Staff Psychologist — Substance Use Disorders Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Louisiana; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Alexandria VA Health Care System, seeks a Psychologist to provide direct patient care, training, and program evaluation within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based assessment and intervention for diverse medical and mental health needs, with collaboration across mental health and medical staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology from APA/PCSAS/CPA accredited program.
• Successful completion of an APA- or CPA-accredited internship.
• Proficiency in English; U.S. citizenship as required by VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and evidence-based assessment.
• Engage in training activities and program evaluation.
• Collaborate with mental health and medical staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Evidence-based care

Clinical psychology

Assessment

Education

APA/PCSAS/CPA–accredited PhD

Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Alexandria VA Health Care System, seeks a Psychologist to provide direct patient care, training, and program evaluation within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based assessment and intervention for diverse medical and mental health needs, with collaboration across mental health and medical staff to optimize patient outcomes.