Inpatient Psychologist - Allina Health
Saint Paul, MN
About the Job
Number of Job Openings Available:
1Date Posted:
March 05, 2024Department:
34009940 Adult Mental Health Services United Outpatient ClinicShift:
Day (United States of America)Shift Length:
Hours Per Week:
40Union Contract:
Non-UnionWeekend Rotation:
NoneJob Summary:
As an adult psychologist, you will join a team that is committed to providing the best care possible to our communities. Be part of a team-based and collaborative approach that offers patients the right care at the right time. The clinical service line offers services and support across the spectrum of care levels creating opportunities to work internally to support patients with changing needs.Key Position Details:
Our inpatient psychologist services are dedicated to offering thorough, empathetic, and tailored care to individuals dealing with mental health issues. What distinguishes us is our strong emphasis on the well-being of our providers.
By joining our team you will assist us in propelling innovation, progress, and meaningful change:
- Expert Care:Our Mental Health & Addiction team consists of experienced and licensed professionals specialize in inpatient mental health treatment, ensuring the patient receives the highest standard of care.
- Individualized Treatment:We recognize that every patient is unique. Our psychologists tailor treatment plans to meet specific needs, providing a personalized path to recovery.
- Multidisciplinary Approach:We collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, nurses, and therapists, to deliver a holistic treatment approach that addresses both the physical and emotional aspects of health.
- Family Involvement:We believe in the power of a strong support system. We work with loved ones to promote healing and recovery.
- Continuity of Care:Our commitment to your well-being extends beyond the patients stay. We help in transitioning to outpatient care seamlessly, promoting a successful long-term recovery.
Contact Julie.Joseph@Allina.comfor more information.
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
- Performs psychological evaluations, individual psychotherapy, and group psychotherapy.
- Utilizes various empirically supported treatment modalities.
- As a member of the inpatient treatment team, works with psychiatry, social work, nursing, clinical therapy and other disciplines to support patient recovery.
- Utilize behavioral principles to address specific patient behaviors that interfere with treatment or impede discharge.
- Meet requirements of third-party payers.
- Coordinate treatment with other members of the inpatient treatment team and community agencies.
- Reassess patient needs and progress per department policy/procedure.
- May provide general consultations, staff training, and education on psychological topics to inpatient mental health staff and the greater Allina system.
Job Requirements
- Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Psychology or Counseling required
Exposure to or experience in inpatient treatment preferred
- 2+ years in patient treatment in clinical setting preferred
- Licensed Psychologist - MN Board of Psychology required upon hire and
- BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource preferred within 60 Days
Physical Demands
Sedentary:
Lifting weight Up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently
