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UPMC · 14 hours ago

Psychologist- New Castle

New Castle, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

UPMC is a healthcare organization that combines research, clinical expertise, and education to treat pain disorders. They are seeking a Full-Time Psychologist to evaluate and treat patients with neurodevelopmental, behavioral, and mental health concerns, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for effective treatment planning.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates ability to maintain accurate and complete records and data collection, performed in a timely fashion

Maintains knowledge of the literature relevant to the relevant patient population

Provides crisis sessions to support and assist patients experiencing acute distress and/or symptoms, as needed

Maintains current knowledge of relevant literature and empirically validated treatments

Demonstrates highly developed knowledge and skill in the area of differential diagnosis of psychiatric disorders

Schedules sufficient volume of patients so that direct service productivity standards are maintained within the department

Performs psychological assessment with accurate diagnostic impressions

Provides formal teaching and supervision for staff and trainees

Provides behavioral health services, using empirically validated treatments and interventions

Consults and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams regarding patient care and treatment planning

Provides behavioral health services in using an acute and maintenance model

Participates in regular supervisory meetings with direct supervisor to review adherence to program standards

Works collaboratively with other service lines at UPMC and outside agencies assuring continuity of care with referral sources and other providers

May participate in research efforts by assisting in subject recruitment, conducting research assessments or treatment, as directed by supervisor

Qualification

Doctoral degree in PsychologyActive PA Psychology LicenseClinical interviewing skillsAssessment/therapy skillsPost-doctoral fellowshipInterpersonal skills