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Legacy Community Health · 18 hours ago

Psychologist | Hybrid

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Legacy Community Health is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Southeast Texas, delivering comprehensive and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. They are seeking a Licensed Psychologist to provide evidence-based therapy services and psychological assessments for a diverse patient population, collaborating with other departments to coordinate effective treatment.

Health CareNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Completion of psychological evaluations and providing written reports to patients

Following clinical practice policy and procedures, attending case conference meetings, and reviewing treatment plans as needed

Collaborating with other departments, i.e. primary care, psychiatry and social work in an effort to coordinate care for the effective treatment of patients

Attending trainings and workshops as required for professional and program development

Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD); Cognitive evaluations; and assessment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) among pediatric and adult populations (preferred)

Working in collaboration with Billing and Compliance to adhere to behavioral health Quality Assurance processes

Psychological testing for children and adults (appr. 2:1 ratio)

Therapy opportunities (Behavioral therapy, CBT, and group therapy)

Participation in multidisciplinary team conferences with psychiatrists, psychotherapists, social workers, and case managers

Assess a client’s needs, abilities or behaviors using a variety of methods, including psychometric tests

Offering therapy and treatments for difficulties relating to mental health diagnoses

Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to insure a professional, responsible and courteous environment

Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives

Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job–related hazards

Attends all required safety education programs

Operates assigned equipment and performs all procedures in a safe manner as instructed

Maintains work area and equipment in condition required by LCH standards

Demonstrates proper body mechanics in all functions

Checks on the patient’s environment and equipment to ensure safety. Reports safety concerns promptly to appropriate personnel

Follows LCH’s exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens

Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use of protective barrier equipment (Universal Precautions)

Assures a safe environment by instituting appropriate control measures

Attends annual education programs

Qualification

Doctoral degreeFull licensurePsychological testingCultural competencyBilingual (English/Spanish)Communication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational abilitiesTeam collaboration

Required

A doctoral degree is required as a psychologist. Psychologists with a Ph.D. or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

Must hold 'full' current licensure. (Provisional licensure is not accepted.)

Must uphold the Code of Ethics of their professional licensing entity

Must complete the minimum hours of continuing education (CEUs) to maintain professional license and maintain good standing with professional licensing board

Must demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity to all populations served

Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, community and the general public

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation

Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions

Must pass criminal background check

A minimum of five (5) years' experience in the healthcare field

At least two (2) years of testing experience

Experience with the accreditation process through a national recognized entity and at a minimum involvement with at least one (1) or more survey process

Able to work collaboratively across business, operational and clinical levels

Ability to establish clear and concise communications with staff and team in writing and in speaking

Oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and superior organizational abilities

Ability to take initiative, to maintain confidentiality, to meet deadlines, and to work in a team environment essential

Preferred

Bilingual ability with English and Spanish

Prior experience in community healthcare setting

Benefits

Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

$0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits

$0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies

Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance

Subsidized Gym Membership

And much more!

Company

Legacy Community Health

Legacy Community Health is a full-service health care system comprised of over 50 locations in the Texas Gulf Coast region offering primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, behavioral health, dental, vision, specialty care, and pharmacy services.

Founded in 1981

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/

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