PSYCHOLOGIST
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBaca Boys Cafe, 102, 4th Street Northwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States
About the Team
This position is part of the Integrated Behavioral Health Clinical Services team, dedicated to supporting comprehensive behavioral health care within medical clinics. The team operates with a mission to provide holistic mental health care and education across a diverse patient population, ranging from neonates to geriatric adults.
About the Role
As an Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician, you will serve as a vital link between mental health and primary care. Your day-to-day work involves conducting psychological evaluations and delivering individual, group, and family interventions tailored to patients of all ages. Beyond direct patient care, you will play an active role in staff education, orienting new employees, and providing psychological insights during patient care conferences.
Collaboration is central to this role. You will document all patient interactions and work closely with community and state-wide mental health agencies to ensure seamless follow-up assistance. You will also be expected to establish strong rapport with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital staff, fostering an environment of trust and effective communication.
Patient safety is a shared priority. You will be encouraged to take a proactive approach to safety by questioning current policies, identifying environmental risks, and reporting potential errors or near misses. Furthermore, you will empower patients to actively participate in their own care by encouraging them to ask questions and voice concerns about their treatment plans.
Hiring Process
Candidates with a Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Psychology are invited to apply. Please note that a valid Psychologist License in New Mexico is required. A sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available for qualified candidates.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We welcome applications from bilingual candidates proficient in English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Baca Boys Cafe, 102, 4th Street Northwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleParticipate in staff education programs and orient new employees
- check_circleCollaborate with community agencies to ensure patient follow-up care
- check_circleEstablish and maintain effective relationships with patients and physicians
- check_circleIdentify and report patient safety concerns and medical errors
- check_circleEncourage patients to actively participate in their own care plans
- check_circleProvide psychological evaluations and treatment for diverse age groups
- check_circleDocument all patient care activities and interactions accurately
- check_circleDirect and supervise support staff as needed
- check_circleConduct individual, group, and family therapy interventions
Requirements
- verifiedDoctorate Degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Psychology
- verifiedPh.D. or Psy.D.
- verifiedPsychologist License in New Mexico
- verifiedCPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuer within 30 days
- verifiedDocumented experience in age appropriate environment
Nice to Have
Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo; 1 year directly related experience
Benefits & Perks
check_circleSign-On Bonus Availablecheck_circleRelocation Assistance Available
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Psychological Evaluations, CPR For Healthcare, BLS, English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni.
Education: Doctorate Degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Psychology required.
Frequently asked questions about PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital
What does a PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital do?expand_more
In this PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital role, you will participate in staff education programs and orient new employees; collaborate with community agencies to ensure patient follow-up care; establish and maintain effective relationships with patients and physicians; and identify and report patient safety concerns and medical errors.
What are the requirements for this PSYCHOLOGIST role?expand_more
UNM Hospital is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Doctorate Degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Psychology; Ph.D. or Psy.D.; Psychologist License in New Mexico; CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuer within 30 days; and Documented experience in age appropriate environment.
Where is the PSYCHOLOGIST role at UNM Hospital located?expand_more
PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital is based in Baca Boys Cafe, 102, 4th Street Northwest, Barelas, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87102, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this PSYCHOLOGIST job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
UNM Hospital has listed this PSYCHOLOGIST role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this PSYCHOLOGIST role?expand_more
PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the PSYCHOLOGIST role at UNM Hospital?expand_more
Key skills for PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital include Psychological Evaluations; CPR For Healthcare; BLS; English; Spanish; Keres; Tewa; and Tiwa.
What education is required for PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Doctorate Degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or Psychology required.
What category does the PSYCHOLOGIST role belong to?expand_more
PSYCHOLOGIST at UNM Hospital is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.