Overview

Join the 325th Medical Group as a Clinical Psychologist at Tyndall AFB, FL in a full-time, in-person role. This position provides evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for psychological and neuropsychological disorders in the Panama City area.

The work combines direct patient care with consultation, clinical documentation, applied research, and participation in military-specific training. Psychological procedures include interviewing, behavioral assessment, evidence-based therapies, and psychological and psychodiagnostic testing.

Schedule

Work Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., including a one-hour lunch break. There are no weekend, on-call, or holiday requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological evaluations using clinical interviews, psychological testing, and information from collateral sources, as appropriate.
• Establish psychiatric diagnoses according to the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
• Provide psychological treatment for individuals and groups; help medical and surgical patients address illness or injury and assist in rehabilitation.
• Practice within state licensing board guidelines, the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct, and military treatment facility privileges.
• Diagnose and treat patients with traumatic brain injuries.
• Consult with medical personnel, legal authorities, military commanders, and school districts as required.
• Maintain accurate, current mental health and inpatient medical records, and prepare evaluation and treatment reports as appropriate.
• Conduct applied research and clinical investigations in clinical and behavioral health psychology.
• Participate in quality improvement, professional staff, commander staff, and Mental Health Flight meetings and other required professional activities during normal duty hours.
• Participate in military-specific training involving command-directed evaluations, security and Military Training Instructor clearances, pre- and post-deployment screening, post-traumatic stress disorder, and combat stress.

Qualifications

Required

• A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an American Psychological Association-accredited psychology program.
• Successful completion of an American Psychological Association-accredited psychology internship.
• At least one year of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist.
• An active, unrestricted license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist from any state.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
• Ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.

Preferred

• Skills in individual, family, group, and couples therapy, and alcohol and drug treatment evaluations.

Apply

To learn more, contact Audrey Williams at Frontera Search Partners: awilliams@fronterasearch.com. You can also choose a time on Audrey's calendar to discuss the role.