PSYCHOLOGIST - Bismarck, ND

essentiahealth; Bismarck (ND); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Bismarck, ND seeks a psychologist (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) to join the outpatient Behavioral Health division. The role involves psychotherapy and psych testing for pediatric and/or adult patients, with independent practice and biweekly team consultations.

You'll work within a multidisciplinary team and provide a mix of in-person and telehealth services, with potential leadership opportunities such as Section Chair for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Psy.D. or Ph.D. program with eligibility for LP licensure.
• Dual licensure in North Dakota and Minnesota or be license-eligible in ND and MN.
• Accepting post-doctoral candidates for this position.
• Leadership opportunity as Section Chair if interested and qualified.
• Experience with pediatric and adolescent patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy and psychological testing in outpatient clinic.
• Practice independently with biweekly case consultations and team support.
• Work with a multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team (psychiatry, psychology, neuropsychology, social work).
• Deliver a mix of in-person and telehealth services.

Skills

Pediatric psychology

Adolescent psychology

Education

Psy.D. or Ph.D.

Job description

Building Location:

Essentia Health - Mid Dakota Bismarck 9th St Clinic

Department:

3681250 PSYCHOLOGY - MDB 9TH ST

Psychology – Child & Adolescent or Adult

Bismarck, ND

Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

PRACTICE SPECIFICS

• Join the recently established Behavioral Health Division at Essentia Health. This particular opportunity is for outpatient practice at our developing Bismarck Behavioral Health department.
• Provide psychological services, including psychotherapy and psychological testing, in the outpatient clinic setting.
• Focus on pediatric and/or adult patients, according to your areas of competence, interest, and scope of practice.
• Psychological testing referrals include ADHD assessments, pain evaluations, and the need for diagnostic clarification.
• Practice independently with the benefit of a biweekly case consultation with the team, as well as the ongoing informal support of colleagues with a variety of clinical interests and backgrounds.
• The department does not provide after-hours on-call coverage to the hospital or ED. The department provides ED and inpatient consultations upon limited request.
• Outreach opportunities at other Essentia Health clinics within daytime driving distance may be possible at some point in time based on provider preference and patient need.
• Work with a multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team consisting of psychiatry, psychology, neuropsychology, and social work providers.
• Practice will consist of a combination of in-person and telehealth services.

Requirements/Experience

• Completion of a Psy.D. or Ph.D. program with eligibility for LP licensure.
• Dual licensure in both North Dakota and Minnesota (MN can be obtained after hire date) or be license-eligible in North Dakota and Minnesota following completion of required post-degree supervision.
• Accepting post-doc candidates for this position.
• Opportunity for leadership in the role of Section Chair if the candidate is both interested and qualified.
• Experience in pediatric and adolescent patients a plus.

LOCATION

• North Dakota’s capital city
• Population of 78,000
• 3 hours west of Fargo, 90 minutes west of Jamestown

COMPENSATION

• $147,000 (1.0 FTE). Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives, or production-based compensation.

FTE:

1

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

-Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].