Prog Dir Spclty Psychology

Job description

Under general supervision of Practice Administrator or designee and following the established policies, procedures and professional guidelines, the Clinical Psychologist diagnoses and evaluates mental and emotional disorders of individuals referred by physicians specifically related to obesity. Administers programs of treatment, interview and observes patients and selects, administers and interprets intelligence, achievement, interest, personality, neuro-psychological and other tests to diagnose and to formulate treatment plans. Also responsible for the treatment of psychological disorders, and serves as consultant and participates in research endeavors. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital. This position is located in the Bariatric Office.
• Doctorate degree in Psychology from an APA approved program in accredited degree granting college or university.
• Post-doctoral internship in Clinical Psychology from an APA-approved program.
• Broadly trained Clinical Psychologist with firm foundation in Psycho-diagnostics and knowledge of Neuro-anatomy, Neuro-physiology and Neuro-psychology.
• Familiarity with psychosocial consequence with chronic debilitations and mental disorders; experience with a wide variety of psychotherapeutic treatment modalities.
• Licensure/Registration: Licensure by the State of Florida as a Psychologist. Should be eligible for Medical Staff Privileges.