PSYCHOLOGIST PHD | Day Shift | Psych Clinic

Salina Regional Health Center

PSYCHOLOGIST PhD

POSITION SUMMARY
The clinical Psychologist aims to reduce the distress and improve the psychological well-being of patients. This position uses the psychological methods and research to make positive changes to their clients' lives and will offer various forms of treatment. The Psychologist will often work along side other professionals in multi-disciplinary teams in order to tackle complex patient problems. Works with clients of all ages on a variety of different mental or physical health problems. The Psychologist delivers direct clinical services such as alcohol/drug assessments, psychological and neuropsychological testing and psychotherapy.

POPULATION SERVED: Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric
OSHA CATEGORY I

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

QUALITY
Conducts psychological testing, compiles testing reports and provides recommendations when indicated.
Provides individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, crisis intervention services, and other intervention procedures as indicated.
Develops programs that are clinically relevant and financially self-sustaining.

ACCESS
Functions as a resource expert on client/patient issues including but not limited to psychological assessments, psychotherapeutic interventions, telephone and face to face conferences, program monitoring and program evaluation.

STEWARDSHIP
Works in partnership with other psychologists as a member of the psychology faculty in managing clinical and administrative duties of the doctoral internship.

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

PATIENT CENTERED
Keeps the welfare of the patient at the center of all decisions and actions by maintaining a customer-centered focus at all times.
Advocates for patients and their families by practicing behaviors that create a culture of patient focused activity.

QUALITY
Expects excellence of self and others.
Questions the status quo; uses creativity and innovation to engage in performance and process improvement.
Identifies and mitigates risk.

INTEGRITY
Is honest and ethical in all matters.
Demonstrates teamwork/cooperation within and across departments, understanding others perspectives and resolving conflict constructively.

TRUST
Safeguards the privacy, security, and confidentiality of protected health information at all times.
Treats all people with dignity; supports diversity; and understands related issues.
Is flexible and adaptable to change; demonstrates a positive and supportive attitude; and willingly accepts change.

SUSTAINABILITY
Holds self and others accountable in the use of SRHC supplies, and completion of tasks in a timely, efficient, and productive manner.
Volunteers for or accepts new or additional duties/responsibilities for the greater good of the department, organization, and/or patient.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION
Doctorate Degree in Psychology

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
None

REQUIRED REGISTRATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Current Kansas Psychologist license
Applicable Resuscitation and other position-related certifications must be obtained within the timeframe established by SRHC policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers up to 20 pounds
Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking
Manual dexterity and mobility
Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less

WORKING CONDITIONS
Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne and/or infectious diseases
Exposed to unpleasant elements (accident, injury, illness, etc.)
Subject to varying and unpredictable situations
Subject to emergency or crisis situations
Subject to many interruptions; pressure due to multiple calls, inquires, and/or deadlines
Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
In signing the job description, I attest that I will adhere to Salina Regional Health Center’s policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including but not limited to complying fully with the Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Ethical Conduct; and participating actively in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Plan, including identifying and mitigating risk to patients.

I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and accept the qualifications, responsibilities, and performance expectations outlined in the job description. I recognize that these duties form the basis for my performance evaluations, and that management reserves the right to assign additional tasks or change existing essential job functions as operational needs dictate. I confirm that I am able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.