Physician / Psychiatry / Tennessee / Locum or Permanent / Child Psychologist opening in beautiful Johnson City, TN Job - Confidential

Seeking BE/BC Psychologist with pediatric subspecialty to join talented team in Johnson City, TN.

Primary clinical responsibilities in the ambulatory clinics of pediatric endocrinology, gastroenterology, and neurology will include the following:

• Conduct evidence-based brief assessment and intervention services in accordance with the primary care behavioral health (PCBH) model of integrated care.
• Serve as a consultant to multidisciplinary team members to support decision-making and provision of care to patients with comorbid medical, emotional, or behavioral concerns.
• Provide medical inpatient consultation-liaison services for patients admitted to Hospital.
• Facilitate referrals to community-based programs and services, as needed.
• Complete clinical documentation within an electronic medical record system in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards of care.

A secondary focus of this position is program development and evaluation. Responsibilities will include the following:

• Provide training and education about integrated behavioral health care to physicians, nurses, patient service representatives, medical students, residents, and others.
• Assist in development and implementation of clinical pathways for accessibility and utilization of integrated behavioral health services by all providers and subspecialities.
• Participate in program evaluation and data-driven quality improvement projects.

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (PhD) or Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) from an APA accredited institution.
• Completion of a one-year postdoctoral fellowship in child or pediatric psychology

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Signing bonus
• Moving allowance
• Benefits

The Community:

The Appalachian Highlands consists of three mid-size cities (Bristol, TN/VA, Kingsport, TN, Johnson City, TN). Sullivan County, TN and Washington County, TN combined is roughly 300,000 in population. The area is within driving distance to one half of the US population.

• No State Income Tax in Tennessee
• Low Cost of Living
• Easy access to a Regional Airport
• Excellent Public and Private school options
• Arts/Culture: ETSU Martin Center for the Arts, Johnson City Symphony Orchestra, International Storytelling Center
• Outdoor activities: Boone Lake, Buffalo Mountain Park, Tannery Knob Bike Park
• Family activities: Gray Fossil Site, Hands On Discovery Center, Brights Zoo
• Local craft breweries and wineries
• Four distinct seasons

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