Substance Use Disorder Psychologist — Direct Patient Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Psychologist for the Alexandria VA Health Care System to provide direct patient care, participate in training activities, and contribute to program evaluation.

The role emphasizes evidence-based assessment and interventions for diverse medical and mental health needs. Applicants may be considered pending licensure requirements, with provisional selection possible and licensure completion required for final hire.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology from APA/PCSAS/CPA-accredited program.
• Internship that is APA/CPA accredited or equivalent requirements.
• Licensure to practice psychology (or temporary graduate psychologist status) as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for diverse medical and mental health needs.
• Engage in training and program evaluation to improve care.
• Collaborate with mental health and medical staff using evidence-based treatments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Evidence-based interventions

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

APA/CPA accreditation knowledge

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Psychologist for the Alexandria VA Health Care System to provide direct patient care, participate in training activities, and contribute to program evaluation.

The role emphasizes evidence-based assessment and interventions for diverse medical and mental health needs. Applicants may be considered pending licensure requirements, with provisional selection possible and licensure completion required for final hire.