Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is apremier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the Schoolof Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care andeducation. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunityemployer.
Unit: School Of Medicine MBU
Department:
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Mission or Goal of Unit:
Provide leadership in the areas ofrehabilitation psychology and neuropsychology to the Commonwealthof Virginia with the goal of improving the quality of life forindividuals with disabilities by maximizing independence in livingskills and employment activities through innovative education, evidence-based research, and outcome-focused patient care.
Chief Purpose of this Position:
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Clinical Psychologist to join our team in delivering exceptional outpatientrehabilitation psychology services while advancing our mission ofeducation, innovation, and research.
Duties & Responsibilities: Clinical:
Conduct clinical psychological assessments of adults withtraumatic or acquired brain injuries, stroke, movement disorders, epilepsy, brain tumors, neurological disorders, and other disablingillnesses or injuries.
Provide evidence-based interventions, includingpsychoeducation; therapeutic interventions to support adjustment todisability for patients, families, and caregivers; behaviormanagement; and pain management.
Provide consultation to referral sources and interdisciplinarytreatment teams; collaborate regarding patients' cognitive andbehavioral strengths and weaknesses and neurobehavioral needs; andimprove patients' and families' psychological well-being throughthe development and implementation of intervention plans based oninterviews, observations, and test findings.
Prepare and submit documentation in a timely manner, includingreports and progress notes; serve as a liaison among psychologystaff, referring professionals, patients, and families.
Teaching:
Provide didactic and informal presentations in university, hospital, and community settings, as available.
Assist in the training and evaluation of fellows, house staff, and students assigned to the rehabilitation team.
Provide oversight and formal supervision, as appropriate, forpsychology learners.
Research:
Participate in research activities aligned with the clinician'sinterests while supporting ongoing and new projects, asappropriate, within the context of clinical care.
Service:
Serve on university and department committees, asrequested.
Participate in activities sponsored by advocacy and serviceorganizations that support individuals with disabilities.
Contribute to the field of psychology through participation inprofessional organizations
Other (Administrative and Related Duties):
Contribute to the development of clinical, academic, andresearch programs that support the continued excellence and growthof the VCU PM&R Rehabilitation Psychology Service.
Meet departmental needs as defined by the lead rehabilitationpsychology clinician and department chair.
Represent the department at official meetings, asrequested.
Attend scheduled Grand Rounds, staff conferences, and lectures, as requested.
Maintain professional credentials and complete continuingeducation requirements as required by the hospital, university, andstate practice organizations.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. or Psy. D., and licensed or license-eligible to practicepsychology in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Completion of an internship/postdoctoral training with relevantexperience in rehabilitation psychology, neuropsychology, and/orhealth psychology
Strong interpersonal, communication, and time-managementskills
Demonstrated record of strong academic achievement
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or acommitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in pain management
Experience working with patients in medical settings and/orwith individuals adjusting to new injuries or illnesses, as well asstrong clinical skills in the assessment and treatment oftraditional psychological disorders (e.g., anxiety and mooddisorders)
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement newevidence-based clinical initiatives
Demonstrated leadership skills
Flexibility, enthusiasm, and openness to new experiences, witha commitment to contributing to a fulfilling and dynamicprofessional environment
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
ORP Eligible:
No
Rank:
Assistant Professor
Tenure:
Ineligible
Restricted:
No
Months:
12 months
Contact Information
Contact Name: Mary Beth Camacho
Contact Email: Mary.Camacho1@vcuhealth.org
