The clinical psychologist provides assessment and therapeutic services to patients. These services include, but are not limited to, extensive psychological evaluations, individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy, treatment planning and discharge.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Department of Psychiatry
Carilion Clinic, Roanoke Virginia
This position is split as follows: 60% Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation ( Brain Injury patients) 40% Department of Psychiatry and will enhance access for psychological service delivery for traumatic brain injury (TBI), cognitive, and neurological conditions (eg: psychogenic pain disorder, psychogenic seizures, MS, Parkinson’s); specialty psychological intervention for these diagnoses.
Provides assessment and therapeutic services to patients. These services include, but are not limited to, extensive psychological evaluations, individual, group, family, and/or couples therapy, treatment planning and discharge. Coordinates and provides individualized age-appropriate care for patients. This position requires an interest and ability to work with patients who are undergoing psychiatric care and rehabilitation for functional deficits.
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Conducts extensive psychological assessments, using methods which include, but are not limited to, personality and intelligence testing, brief screening for brain impairment, and more extensive neuropsychological testing.
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Interprets and reports results of psychological assessments in an accurate and timely manner.
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Assesses patient’s need for services; treats accordingly within the parameters of the mast treatment plan for each patient and documents interventions; and develops/maintains therapeutic relationships with individuals.
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Serves as member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, participating in the coordination of the patient’s treatment with the attending physician, care team members, referral sources, family, and /or others.
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Collaborates with other therapists and team members and supports the process of team building within the department and throughout the organization.
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Enhances professional growth by participating in educational activities to ensure ongoing competence in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
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Adheres to policies and procedures of the Carilion Clinic.
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Assists the management team in special projects.
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Provides education and training for other professional disciplines, hospital staff, and/or community groups/individuals.