Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychology) GS-180-13

Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA

$144K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship required
  • Preferred Fellowship in Neuropsychology
  • Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in clinical psychology
  • Active, valid clinical license to practice psychology in the U.S.
  • Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral program and predoctoral internship.

Responsibilities

  • Provide neuropsychological screening and assessment for patients.
  • Screen patients for neuropsychological disorders, including TBI and psychological health issues.
  • Formulate and implement behavioral health interventions in a primary care setting.
  • Consult with other health providers like psychiatrists and neurologists.
  • Administer and score psychological tests accurately.
  • Develop presentations related to neuropsychology, TBI, PTSD, and chronic pain.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options
  • Retirement and savings plans
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Supportive work environment in a military healthcare setting.
Full Job Description
Overview

Position located in the Traumatic Brain Injury Center Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, NC.

Psychologist will treat patients in intensive outpatient programs with a holistic health model and work closely with rehab providers and interventionalists to tailor programs toward the needs of active-duty service members with persistent post concussive symptoms. Conducts individual and groups sessions.
Civilian Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychologist)

Salary: Up to- $144,493 per year

Benefits: https://civilianmedicaljobs.com/benefits/

Responsibilities

Duties

  • Conduct psychological assessments of patients with a wide variety of psychological disorders that affect intellectual, cognitive, behavioral or emotional function.
  • Develop, monitor, approve, and document clinical treatment plans and clinical records in a timely fashion.
  • Oversee, administer and interpret psychological testing to include maintaining and securing test instruments and raw testing data.
  • Conduct individual and group therapy, psychoeducational sessions, and psychotherapeutic interventions.
  • Provide expert oversight of training in diagnosis and treatment to certified and intern counselors.
  • Experience working with functional restoration programs,acceptance and commitment therapy, or interdisciplinary programs is a plus.


Qualifications

US Citizenship required

Preferred Fellowship in Neuropsychology

Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.

A current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently from a U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction is required.

Candidates will have completed an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited doctoral graduate program and an APA accredited predoctoral internship.

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