Psychologist

denverhealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Health is seeking a Psychologist to join the CHS Behavioral Health team as a Behavioral Health Consultant. You will provide doctoral-level integrated behavioral health services within Ambulatory Care Services, focusing on brief, evidence-based interventions and collaboration with the primary care medical team.

The role includes case management, crisis intervention, supervision of trainees, and participation in quality improvement and research projects across multiple clinics.

Qualifications

• Interdisciplinary teamwork within a medical setting.
• Proficiency in Motivational Interviewing techniques.
• Crisis intervention and risk assessment.
• Familiarity with evidence-based behavioral health modalities.
• Ability to provide brief, targeted psychological interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality clinical services to individuals referred to behavioral health.
• Tailor services to patient age and developmental level.
• Consult with providers as part of the interdisciplinary team; generate referrals and case management.
• Conduct brief diagnostic screening using evidence-based tools.
• Deliver health behavior change interventions using Motivational Interviewing.
• Perform in-depth diagnostic assessment when needed.
• Prepare timely documentation in the medical record.
• Participate in team meetings and interdisciplinary huddles.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Motivational Interviewing

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Evidence-based therapy

Education

Doctorate Degree in psychology

Postdoctoral experience

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Psychologist to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

CHS Behavioral Health

Job Summary

The Psychologist provides doctoral level integrated behavioral health services as a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) and functions as a key member of the primary care medical team. The BHC abides by guidelines and expectations specific to the clinic in which they provide patient care. Services will be provided in the Ambulatory Care Services (ACS) clinic(s) with a focus on therapeutic interventions across the lifespan. Services include expert diagnostic assessment and brief evidence-based treatment for psychiatric disorders and assessing psychosocial factors in patients with chronic medical conditions as well as substance abuse screening. The psychologist strives to create a positive customer service experience by committing to highest standards set forth by Denver Health. The psychologist provides case management and consultation, case coordination to facilitate referrals to specialty care, and crisis intervention. The psychologist is actively involved in quality improvement, data monitoring, and research projects. Participates in supervision and teaching for the pre-doctoral psychology internship and provides supervision to psychology residents and practicum students as needed.

IBH services are embedded across Primary Care, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, and select specialty clinics at Denver Health.

Essential Functions

• Provide high quality clinical services to individuals referred to behavioral health, including short-term evidence-based behavioral health interventions and support services. (10%)
• Provide services that are appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patient. (10%)
• Consult with providers as part of the interdisciplinary team and generate recommendations, referrals, and case management as needed. (10%)
• Conduct brief diagnostic screening of patients using evidence-based assessments and screening tools. (10%)
• Provide health behavior change interventions using Motivational Interviewing. (10%)
• Conduct in-depth diagnostic assessment as needed. (5%)
• Conduct safety and risk assessment as needed. (5%)
• Generate documentation of assessment and intervention in the medical record in a timely manner. (5%)
• Actively participate in regular team meetings and huddles of the interdisciplinary team at primary care clinic. (5%)
• Participate in Integrated Behavioral Health Division meetings to maintain cohesion and improve awareness of department functioning. (5%)
• Participates or provides leadership of department, agency, or community meetings as well as internal Denver Health workgroups. (5%)
• Participate in teaching and didactics as part of the training faculty of the Division of Psychology for psychology pre-doctoral residents and practicum students. (5%)
• Provide teaching and presentation of relevant topics to the Integrated Behavioral Health Division staff. (5%)
• Provide teaching and presentation of relevant topics to the medical residents and training programs within Denver Health and University of Colorado. (5%)
• Participate in academic efforts in research and professional writing. (5%)
• Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff (0%)

Education

Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school Required

Work Experience

1-3 years - 1 year of postdoctoral experience, Required

Licenses

• PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge and skills in effective psychological practice in primary care medical settings, including evidence-based, brief therapy modalities, crisis intervention, and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of patient populations' cultural, religious, ethnic, and social systems in interactions, care planning, and education.
• Knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations, diagnoses, treatment, and prognosis.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and motivation to work as part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team in a medical setting.
• Skill in providing care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the clinic setting.
• Skill in establishing a therapeutic alliance and engaging the patient in collaborative goal setting and prioritizing patient needs as part of the care team in the primary care clinic setting.
• Ability to participate as a faculty member with the Division of Medicine and provide teaching and supervision as needed for the psychology internship training program through the Department of Psychiatry.
• Ability to respond to feedback and incorporate it into practice.
• Ability to manage the therapeutic relationship in