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Job Details

The Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is seeking a licensed psychologist (e.g., PhD, PsyD, relatedly-licensed psychologist) for the David Farber ASPIRE Center, a suicide prevention specialty center serving adults and youth. Additionally, the Center is a Community Treatment and Services Center within the National Child Traumatic Stress Network. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds and those who will advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice through their clinical service and supervision are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have a documented history of engaging with and providing services to individuals from historically underserved communities. Bilingual therapists capable of providing services in both English and Spanish are highly encouraged to apply. The position will be filled as soon as an appropriately qualified candidate is identified.

Job Description

The clinical setting is housed within a broader academic center focused on suicide prevention research and education, and outpatient clinical operations function as a satellite to the larger outpatient psychiatric practice housed within the department. Services range from individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy, and are offered in-person, as well as through telehealth platforms. Medication management is also available in collaboration with the department. The clinic provides an intentional focus on family and family-based intervention for both youth and adult patients. While individual treatment is offered, the clinical model stresses the importance of partnering with families throughout the process. Strong candidates will have experience working with high-risk populations through a trauma-informed and affirming lens, particularly those with suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Training in evidence-based practices (EBPs) for treating suicidal individuals is greatly preferred, but the Center will offer training in EBPs for those requiring it. Candidates with experience providing Dialectical Behavior Therapy are particularly encouraged to apply.

Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with Medical staff by-laws and applicable policies. Functions independently in an extended role by collaborating with health care teams within appropriate scope of practice. Coordinates efficiently and effectively with LVHN representatives and staff members. Performs clinical procedures within their scope of practice as outlined in medical staff privileges. Maintains licensure, medical staff privileges and ability to provide optimum care. Coordinates patient care efficiently and effectively with representatives and staff members. Supervises residents, fellows and medical students, when needed. Collaborates with physicians and staff members to fulfill the missions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides quality evaluation and treatment to patients.

• Involves patients, families, and colleagues in providing high quality patient-centered care and service excellence. Encourages and models constructive dialogue and crucial conversations.

• Collaborates with colleagues and participates in activities. Maintains optimal availability for patient care. Promotes the health of the community.

• Monitors patient satisfaction scores and works with leadership on strategies to improve the patient experience.

• Documents and codes all patient visits and encounters in appropriate medical record in accordance with or other applicable compliance standards, state, and federal guidelines.

• Uses standard processes and evidence-based guidelines to achieve quality care. Supports resources and practitioners by promoting and referring internally, when appropriate, to enhance quality. Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively, including EMR technology, while ensuring timely, appropriate, and quality medical documentation.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates clearly with practitioners and patients; responds promptly to all requests for patient appointments, access, and referrals.

• Presents and colleagues in a positive and professional manner.

• Any responsibilities outlined in the position/job description included in your employment agreement, where applicable, would apply in addition to the essential functions outlined above.

Education - Required

·         Doctorate In Psychology.

 

Experience - Preferred

·         2 years in a behavioral health or related setting.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required

·         Demonstrated skill in clinical assessment and therapeutic techniques.

·         Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health field and resources.

 

Licenses and Certifications - Required

·         Licensed Psychologist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

 

Additional Qualifications

·         Maintain appropriate institutional, departmental, state and national professional certifications and continuing education requirements.

 

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University

Primary Location Address

834 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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