Clinical Psychologist for Goodfellow Air Force Base, 17th Medical Group

Job description

The Clinical Psychologist will be an essential member of our team at the 17th MDG at Goodfellow Air Force Base. In this position, you will be responsible for implementing evidence-based treatment modalities to address a variety of mental health issues. As a Clinical Psychologist, you will conduct independent assessments of patients and their family members' psychosocial functioning and needs, followed by the formulation and implementation of appropriate treatment plans.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD).

Education: Graduate from an American Psychology Association accredited college or university with a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology.

Internship/Residency: Successful completion from an internship in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association.

Experience: Have a minimum of one year experience as a licensed clinical psychologist.

Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a psychologist in any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico or US Virgin Islands.

CORE DUTIES:

· Conduct psychological evaluations utilizing information from clinical interviews, psychological testing, and collateral sources, as appropriate.

· Establish psychiatric diagnoses according to the American Psychiatric Association Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Disorders.

· Provide psychological treatment for individuals and groups; help medical and surgical patients deal with illnesses or injuries.

· Assist in the rehabilitation of patients.

· Practice within the guidelines of their state licensing board, American Psychological Association Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct, and MTF privileges.

• Full-time; M-F
• working with active duty members on base