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CHC-SEK
Psychologist (Pittsburg 3011)
Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
This position is part of the behavioral health clinical team. This position diagnoses or evaluates mental and emotional disorders of individuals, and administers programs of treatment. This position participates in performance improvement activities. RequirementsESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provides positive impression, through words and tone, to patients, visitors, and employees presenting to the clinic areas. Treats psychological disorders to effect improved adjustments. Performs psychological testing and evaluations. Selects approach to use in individual therapy, plan frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy. Observes patient in play or other situations, and selects, administrators, and interprets intelligence, achievement, interest, personality, and other psychological tests to diagnose disorders, and formulate plan of treatment. Collaborates, as needed, with Chief Psychologist, Psychiatrist and other specialists in developing treatment plans for patients. Responsible to make appropriate referrals to internal disciplines of CHC/SEK and/or external resources/agencies for additional services required. Provides clinical consultation to other providers within CHC/SEK as needed. Responsible for accurate, timely, and clear medical record documentation. Provides clear written and oral communication to patients/guardians, and employees Available for postdoctoral fellow supervision two hours per week as requested. Other duties as assigned. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker accountCareer Insights for Psychologist
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What they do
A Psychologist studies human behavior to learn about the mental processes that affect people and how they relate to each other. Specializes in research or works directly with patients. May assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, provide counseling, advise students, focus on workplace issues or consult on criminal cases.
$82,821 / year median in Kansas
+11% projected growth