Staff Psychologist

1 month ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time
Summary

The Psychologist is located in the Minneapolis VA Health Care System (MVAHCS) and VISN 23's Comprehensive Pain Center (CPC) which is located within the Rehabilitation and Extended Care Integrate Care Community. The position requires specialized knowledge and expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a variety of chronic pain disorders and related issues, including the identification and treatment of mental health disorders within the context of chronic medical illness.



Duties

This is an OPEN CONTINOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis; applicants will be reviewed on a weekly basis, as long as the vacancy exists.

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Major duties include, but are not limited to:

Clinical Responsibilities:

  • Provides a full range of psychological assessment services and diagnoses mental disorders, particularly for complex or unusually difficult Veterans with co-morbid mental and physical health problems.
  • Provides education to Veterans, family members, and significant others within the Pain Center.
  • Consults with CPC professional staff, medical center staff, and VISN 23 referral sources concerning clinical assessment, appropriate treatment plans, behavioral plans, and discharge plans for Veterans.
  • Provides consultation to other affiliated health care providers about treatment plans for Veterans, to ensure care is coordinated, collaborative and integrated within the overall care plan.
  • Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions including individual, couple/family, group psychotherapy and psycho-educational groups (i.e. anger management, coping skills), as well as specialized interventions such as Biofeedback, CBT for chronic pain and treatment within the Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program (CPRP). Uses evidence based interventions. Presents informed reports and educates interdisciplinary teams on the use of newly proven or evidence-based intervention techniques.
  • Provides behavioral medicine interventions to manage pain, disability, address sleep problems, facilitate weight loss, promote tobacco cessation and enhance medical compliance.
  • Has the ability to use interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with a wide variety of people in gaining their support.
  • Presents with current skills, or willingness to learn and administer Biofeedback within the context of pain treatment.
  • Develops, implements, and documents the psychotherapeutic treatment plan for Veterans served by the CPC.
Academic/Teaching/Training:
  • Provides leadership guidance and consultation to staff and trainees.
  • Provides formal and informal education and guidance to external stakeholders (facility, VISN, and community) to enhance the evidence-based management of Veterans meeting criteria for the CPC.
  • May be involved in the training of psychology practicum students, interns, and postdoctoral residents in coordination with the larger training programs and discipline supervisors.
  • Identifies and facilitates continuing education training opportunities for staff members; establishes teamwork groups to study evidence-based practices; fosters research and may disseminate the results at major conferences or via journal submissions; and supports staff members during their grant submission process.
  • May hold a faculty appointment.
Research/Program Evaluation:
  • May oversee the establishment of program monitors and outcome measurements within programs assigned using data-driven quality assurance processes.
  • Is responsible for timely completion of all clinical charting and documentation required by the Medical Center or healthcare system, as appropriate.
  • If applicable, plans and oversees the completion of personal research programs, designed to provide information regarding program planning and relevant treatment approaches.
  • May present outcome data and research results at VA and regional or national scientific or professional meetings.
Work Schedule: Administrative Days

Telework: Telework, if approved, will be on an Ad-Hoc basis only.

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized: Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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