Psychology - Child Job at Ballad Health 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 Niswonger Children's 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.

License/Certification

• Licensed to practice psychology in the state of Tennessee and Virginia.
• Eligible for membership in the National Register of Health Care Providers.
• Eligible for American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) certification.