Psychologist (Per Diem-Temporary) Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehab, Magee

Jefferson Health; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Magee Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Psychologist to join its multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on providing psychological services for patients, particularly those recovering from strokes.

Responsibilities include evaluating patient needs, delivering evidence-based treatments, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and providing education to families. A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology is required along with three years of clinical experience.

Benefits include a comprehensive package with medical insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of clinical experience.
• Clinical experience with behavioral techniques.
• Experience with family therapy is desired.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients’ needs and document in the electronic medical record.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team for treatment plans.
• Provide individual and family counseling.

Skills

Psychological assessments

Evidence-based treatment

Mental health education

Group interventions

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

Job description

Job Overview

Psychologist functions as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team and provides psychological services to patients and their families for JMMR locations. Provides education to family members and team regarding psychological status of patients, suggests intervention strategies due to psychological deficits, and actively participates in discharge planning. Patients with strokes make up the primary population. Other specialty programs that the candidate could be involved with include SCI, Brain Injury, Amputee and Medical Rehabilitation.

This position requires providing service to the following age population(s): adolescent, young, adult, older adult and frail elderly in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

Essential Functions

• Interact with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Evaluate patients’ needs, abilities and/or behavior using a variety of methods, including evidence‑based pre‑screening and assessment tools, clinical interviews and direct observation, and document in the electronic medical record.
• Provide evidence‑based psychological treatments to address adjustment to health changes/chronic illness/injury, mood and anxiety management, pain, and coping with prolonged hospitalization or treatments, as well as to facilitate changes in health behaviors.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans.
• Treat individuals and families on issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, social, and interpersonal disorders, adjustment to disability.
• Guide team interventions from a psychological and behavioral perspective.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and other health and medical professionals in the care of patients.
• Provide education to patients, family members, and a multidisciplinary treatment team regarding the psychological status of the patient.
• Provide individual/family counseling and/or education for persons on the comprehensive rehab unit and their families.
• Provide education to staff and others via co‑treatments, chart rounds, in‑servicing, etc.
• Communicate impressions and objective information in a clear and timely manner to pertinent stakeholders to ensure efficient coordination and optimal outcomes.
• Assist the patient, family, and team in discharge planning and follow‑up services including mental health referrals for patients and families.
• Provide team leadership for continuity of discharge plans.
• Timely documentation of treatment notes.
• Facilitate group psychological interventions and/or support groups.
• Comply with all policies related to Emergency Procedures as defined in the Environment of Care plans and with hospital and Network policies regarding confidentiality.
• Know personal role in event of a disaster or emergency.
• Pursue continuing education.

Education & Experience

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA‑Accredited program required.
• Concentration in rehabilitation or health psychology preferred.
• Three or more years of clinical experience.
• Clinical experience with behavioral techniques required; experience with family therapy desired.

Licensing & Certifications

• License as a psychologist in Pennsylvania (required).
• CPR certification required.

Work Schedule & Location

• Work Shift: Workday Day (United States of America).
• Primary location: 1513 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and voluntary benefits.
• Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full‑time service or two years of part‑time service.
• All colleagues, including those who work less than part‑time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.