Clinical Psychologist - Collaboration with the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Medicine

Description

The Departments of Psychiatry & Medicine, departments of the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry, are recruiting a doctorally-prepared clinically-active psychologist. This faculty position is headquartered in the Department of Psychiatry’s Institute for the Family, where faculty have educational and clinical responsibilities, including direct clinical service, and supervision, with an expectation that the candidate will develop a plan for scholarship once settled into the position.

Responsibilities include providing direct clinical care at Geriatrics & Medicine Associates and University Mental Health Practice, with a focus on meeting the psychosocial and mental health needs of patients and families in the setting of complex medical presentations. The faculty member will also be responsible for collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and providing consultation to the team. This position will support education and coaching of residents and fellows in the Department of Medicine, supporting their development of psychosocial knowledge, communication skills, and leadership skills.  The faculty member will serve as a consultant to educational leaders the Department of Medicine.

Interested applicants should have earned a PhD or PsyD in clinical, counseling, health, or family psychology from an APA accredited training program, as well as have demonstrated experience in medical education. Preferred candidates have clinical/supervisory skills and experience in integrated care (primary and/or specialty care), as well as experience working in academic medicine. Additionally, preferred candidates will have demonstrated experience in competency-based education and coaching modalities. Applicants must be committed to working to be “Ever Better” while employing our I Care values of inclusion, integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.

As one of the nation's top academic medical centers, the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) is the centerpiece of the University's health research, teaching, patient care and community outreach missions. The University's health care delivery network is anchored by Strong Memorial Hospital,  an 800-bed, University-owned teaching hospital which boasts specialty programs consistently ranked among the best in the nation. At URMC, our robust teaching and research programs transform the patient experience with fresh ideas and approaches steeped in disciplined science.

With a population exceeding one million, the greater Rochester area has a wealth of unique attractions and events throughout the year. Forbes rated Rochester One of America's Top Ten Most Livable Cities, #3 Best Places to Raise a Family 2010, Top 50 Most Educated Cities in America, and boasts affordable housing and nationally recognized public schools.

Compensation includes an excellent, nationally competitive base salary, with bonus/moonlighting opportunities, annual CME allotment, and generous benefits package through the University

Qualifications

PhD or PsyD in clinical counseling, health or family psychology from an APA accedited training program.

Must demonstrate experience in medical education

Licensed to practice psychology in NYS prior to start

 

Application Instructions

If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email, Lauren Decaporale, PhD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Medicine and Surgery at lauren_decaporale@urmc.rochester.edu.

The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.

For questions or concerns regarding the SMD faculty recruitment process, email URFacultySMD@urmc.rochester.edu

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