Staff Psychologist - Primary Care

External candidates are eligible for a one-time signing bonus of $5,000 (prorated for part time roles). The bonus will be paid out as a $2,500 pay adjustment in the first paycheck following the completion of a successful, 90-day orientation; the second installment of $2,500 will be paid upon completion of 6 months (1040 hours/prorated for part time) of satisfactory service in the department hired into. This requires a one-year commitment.

Job Summary:

The Staff Psychologist serves as a complement to Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Care Manager members of the Primary care Mental Health Care Integration Program. PCMHI employs the AIMS model of Integrated Primary Care. Psychologists serve as supplemental resources to AIMS in UVMMC network primary care practices in need of additional psychotherapeutic resources.

Job Description:

Provides psychological services to patients seen in primary care clinics. Services include diagnostic evaluations, psychological intervention, and staff consultation. Provides clinical supervision and training when practicum students, interns, postdoctoral fellows are present or medical residents are present.

Position Requirements

EDUCATION:

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from APA accredited program

• Completion of internship from APA accredited program

• Completion of at least 1 year of postdoctoral fellowship or comparable experience in a health psychology, primary care  mental health and/or consultation- liaison psychology setting preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years’ post-licensure experience in Clinical Psychology preferred

• Minimum 3 years’ post-licensure experience in providing individual psychotherapy, clinical supervision and consultation strongly preferred

• Strong working knowledge of cognitive-behavioral therapy and other empirically supported clinical interventions, crisis assessment and intervention, diagnostic formulation and treatment planning, general clinical and health psychology, and clinical consultation

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting

• Excellent communication skills

• Positive, flexible, and solution-focused attitude

• Ability to quickly synthesize medical and psychiatric data and formulate effective and evidence based clinical recommendations.
  ​

Staff Psychologist must be Licensed Psychologist- doctorate in state of Vermont. Post-doctoral psychology trainee may be considered.

The Department of Psychological Services at UVMMC is especially interested in candidates who have a demonstrated background in multicultural psychology and can contribute to the diversity, equity and inclusion in the department, organization and network. We are interested in applicants who will advance our mission to be an anti-racist department and organization and promote cultural humility and a sense of belonging for every individual and community we serve. We request that all applicants include information in their cover letter about how they will further this aim.

We are currently hiring for two locations located in Chittenden County, Vermont.

WHY UVM MEDICAL CENTER (UVMMC)?  

UVMMC is dedicated to our patients, providing the highest quality care for patients and their families. It is a mission that defines our culture, one of teamwork and collaboration. Every employee, whether they work directly in patient care or in a supporting role, has a hand in contributing to the wellness of the patient and the community.  

BENEFITS:    

At UVMMC, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more.   

·         https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/benefits    

Relocation Benefits available for relocation of 50 miles or greater.

LEARN MORE:     

·         What is it like working here?   

·         https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/culture-and-work-environment    

·         Why Burlington, VT?   

·         https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/for-employees/health-careers/life-in-vermont/about-burlington