Staff Psychologist – Primary Care Mental Health Integration

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance authorized

EDRP available

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Staff Psychologist to provide co-located collaborative care within primary care Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT).

The role includes brief, evidence-based psychotherapy and initial assessments, with opportunities for supervision and research participation. Applicants must meet extensive VA psychology requisites, including licensure or approved internship pathways.

Qualifications

• Doctoral-level licensure in psychology is required.
• Eligibility hinges on APA/CPA-accredited internships or equivalent.
• Non-licensed applicants may be considered for temporary Graduate Psychologist roles under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide co-located collaborative care within primary care teams.
• Deliver brief, evidence-based psychotherapy interventions.
• Lead psychoeducational groups and focused group therapy.
• Conduct initial assessments for patients seen in primary care.
• Coordinate care and participate in PCMHI/PACT team activities.

Skills

Professional psychology

APA/CPA credentials

Clinical assessment

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (APA/PCSAS/CPA)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Staff Psychologist to provide co-located collaborative care within primary care Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT).

The role includes brief, evidence-based psychotherapy and initial assessments, with opportunities for supervision and research participation. Applicants must meet extensive VA psychology requisites, including licensure or approved internship pathways.