Job Information
Mille Lacs Health System Psychologist - Ph.D. in Onamia, Minnesota
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Psychologist Ph.D position administers, evaluates and interprets psychological testing; creates, monitors and coordinates behavior management plans with the clinical team.
Job DutiesThe essential functions of this job are identified with an asterisk (*) at the end of the bullet point.
Provides care for the mental health of the Mille Lacs Health System area community, collects and analyzes behavioral data for residents/patients and presents results to clinical leadership.*
Reviews service delivery and considers individual and group sessions as indicated. *
Administers, evaluates and interprets required psychological testing as requested by referring provider for children, adult and geriatric patients on a case by case basis.*
Counsels individuals and families in a safe environment.*
Reports abuse and neglect to appropriate agencies in compliance with state/county and local regulations.*
Documents progress/data in Medical Record utilizing objective, measurable methods on a timely basis, keeping medical records and billing current.*
Creates psychological testing report as indicated to be included as part of a patient's care plan. Ensures report is included in Medical Record within two weeks of testing.*
Consults with clinical team and referring physicians and participates with the clinical team meetings for care plan formulation and reviews.*
Refers patients to professional when care is beyond the scope of the position.*
Submits service activity logs and schedules when requested to clinical leadership quarterly.
Participates in peer review, quality initiatives and supervision as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
A PhD or PsyD in psychology from an accredited college or university.
Current unrestricted license as Clinical Psychologist to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in the state of Minnesota.
Two to three years of experience counseling individuals and/or families.
Clinic experience in a rural health setting is preferred.