Job Description

Job Description

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.

The Department of Psychological Services at University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a part time clinical psychologist to work with Adolescent Medicine to evaluate and provide psychological services to young people presenting with eating disorders. The staff psychologist will collaborate closely with physician, nutrition and social work colleagues in a multidisciplinary eating Disorders Consultation Clinic. This provider will also provide clinical supervision to Psychology Residents and possibly Postdoctoral Fellows.

This psychologist will join an expanding department of clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, psychometrists, mental health clinicians, and trainees. The Department of Psychological Services at the University of Vermont Medical Center seeks to provide culturally sensitive care, where diversity, equity and inclusion are prioritized. The Department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity, equity, and inclusion of the department and greater institution. We request that all applicants include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Provides psychological services to patients served in an Adolescent Medicine Clinic serving young people with eating disorders. Services include program development, diagnostic evaluation, psychological intervention, staff consultation and clinical supervision.

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 training in an outpatient clinic and/or hospital setting.

EXPERIENCE :

Minimum 3 years’ post-licensure experience in Clinical Psychology preferred. Minimum 3 years’ post-licensure experience in providing individual, family, and group psychotherapy are also preferred. Recent graduates of post-doctoral fellowships with a strong relevant clinical background will be considered.

Strong working knowledge of cognitive-behavioral therapy, family-based intervention and other empirically supported clinical interventions, crisis assessment and intervention, diagnostic formulation and treatment planning and clinical consultation required.

Specific background in treatment of young people with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, and other eating disorders strongly preferred.

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.

· -careers/benefits

Relocation Benefits available for relocation of 50 miles or greater.

LEARN MORE:  

· What is it like working here?

· -careers/culture-and-work-environment

· Why Burlington, VT? 

· -employees/health-careers/life-in-vermont/about-burlington 

Job Tags

Similar Jobs