Psychologist - Wahpeton, ND

PSYCHOLOGIST

Wahpeton, ND

Essentia Health Wahpeton Clinic is seeking a full-time Doctoral level Psychologist to become an integrated component of our primary care team by increasing access for mental health and its support services. Our team of primary care physicians and advanced practice professionals utilize best practice methods to provide an environment that is engaged, innovative, value-driven, and proactive in the care of our patients. Enjoy the pleasures of residing in a community of true Americana with great schools, safe neighborhoods, and a strong economy.

• 1.0 FTE, full-time position with FT benefits (will consider part-time interest also)
• Monday-Friday from 8a-5p
• Based in Wahpeton, ND, with outreach to Graceville, MN clinic.
• 6-8 outpatients, preferably able to serve all ages (no inpatient responsibilities
• Management of psychosocial aspects of chronic and acute diseases.
• Application of behavioral principles to address lifestyle and health risk issues.
• Consultation and co-management in the treatment of mental disorders and psychosocial issues
• Team based approach with on-site primary care services and consultation specialists at Essentia Health Fargo.

FUNCTIONS:

• Assists the primary care provider in recognizing, treating, and managing mental health and psychosocial issues and acts as a contributing member to the primary care team.
• Conducts client intake, focusing on diagnostic and functional evaluations, then makes recommendations to the primary care provider concerning the clients’ treatment goals and plan.
• Provides consultation and training to primary care providers to enhance their skill and effectiveness in treating mental health problems.
• Gives primary care providers timely feedback about the client’s care, treatment recommendations and progress via documentation in the client’s record and verbal feedback.
• Assists, to the extent feasible, in the clients’ community functioning by helping with public benefits, vocational rehabilitation, social support, housing, etc.
• Appropriately documents the clients’ progress and diagnostic information in the treatment chart to sync with EMR interface and billing.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence-based treatments for medical and mental health conditions.
• Ability to work through brief client contacts as well as to make quick and accurate clinical assessments of mental and behavioral conditions.
• Comfortable with the pace of primary care, working with an interdisciplinary team, and has strong communication skills.
• Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for treatment of selected chronic conditions.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• A doctoral degree in Psychology (APA Approved)  and licensed/ability to obtain license in state of ND & MN
• Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.

 LOCATION

• Located at the head of the Red River of the North, Wahpeton is known as an "industrialized" community.
• Wahpeton offers outdoor attractions, affordable living, excellent school systems, and an overall great place to raise a family!
• 50 miles south of Fargo, North Dakota
• Population: 7,766.  Home of the Chahinkapa Zoo and the Prairie Rose Carousel, as well as the beautiful Bois de Sioux golf course and numerous museums and historic sites. https://www.wahpeton.com/  

COMPENSATION

$147,000 (1.0 FTE). Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

For information, contact:

Carri Prudhomme

Senior Physician & Advanced Practice Recruiter

Essentia Health

218-786-3907  

Carri.Prudhomme@essentiahealth.org