Staff Psychologist – Geriatric & Palliative Care (EDRP)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Las Vegas (NV); In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Paid time off

Parental leave

Child care subsidy

Federal retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a psychologist for the VHA with a doctoral degree in psychology, APA/PCSAS/CPA accreditation, and full licensure to practice. The role emphasizes assessment, psychotherapy, and interprofessional collaboration within a VA medical setting.

The position includes competitive federal pay, comprehensive benefits, and eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Travel to community sites may be required as part of duties.

Competenze

• Citizenship requirement: U.S. citizen; non-citizens only when allowed by VA policy.
• English proficiency in spoken and written English per VA standards.
• Doctoral degree in psychology from APA/PCSAS/CPA-accredited program at time of completion.
• Specialty alignment or retraining program meeting APA/CPA criteria if needed.
• Internship training accredited by APA/CPA at time of completion or equivalent.
• Current full, unrestricted license to practice psychology in a U.S. state/territory/DC.
• Creditable experience with professional psychology practice and board certification if applicable.
• Grandfathering provisions may apply to certain current VA employees.

Mansioni

• Provide comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnoses.
• Deliver education to patients, families, and medical staff.
• Administer evidence-based psychotherapies (individual, family, group).
• Offer consultation to VA staff and community providers.
• Document assessments and treatment plans with timely reminders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to plan patient care and discharge.
• Maintain professional privileges and compliance with CPRS documentation.
• Travel to community settings as needed for interviews and assessments.

Conoscenze

English proficiency

Licensure

Clinical practice

Research literacy

Formazione

Doctoral degree in psychology (APA/PCSAS/CPA)

Descrizione del lavoro

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a psychologist for the VHA with a doctoral degree in psychology, APA/PCSAS/CPA accreditation, and full licensure to practice. The role emphasizes assessment, psychotherapy, and interprofessional collaboration within a VA medical setting.

The position includes competitive federal pay, comprehensive benefits, and eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Travel to community sites may be required as part of duties.