Overview

We are recruiting a Clinical Psychologist at Maxwell AFB, AL for a full-time, in-person position supporting the 42nd Medical Group. The psychologist evaluates and treats patients, provides individual and group psychological care, and assists medical and surgical patients with needs related to illness, injury, and rehabilitation.

Alongside direct care, this role includes rotating walk-in duties, psychological testing, and requested training for junior providers and enlisted personnel. The clinic also seeks contributions to improvement and continued development in evidence-based treatment methods.

Schedule

Work Monday through Friday. The schedule consists of nine hours between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., including a one-hour lunch break.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological treatment for individuals and groups; help medical and surgical patients address illness or injury and assist in rehabilitation.
• 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.
• Practice within state licensing board guidelines, the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct, and military treatment facility privileges.
• Perform walk-in duties on a rotational schedule and complete psychological testing and associated results.
• Provide training to junior providers and enlisted personnel upon request.
• Contribute to clinic innovation and pursue evidence-based training or certificates applicable to current treatment modalities.

Qualifications

Required

• A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an American Psychological Association-accredited college or university.
• Completion of an APA-accredited psychology internship or an internship/residency acceptable to the Office of the Surgeon General, U.S. Air Force.
• At least 24 months of full-time, post-licensure experience within the past 36 months evaluating and treating adult patients with mental and emotional disorders.
• A current, full, active, unrestricted license to practice as a Clinical Psychologist.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
• Ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.
• For clinical privileges through a Defense Health Agency facility, evidence of current clinical practice and active practice in the discipline within the past two years, including professional references and verified privilege lists.

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.