Psychology opening: La Crosse, WI
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Psychiatric-Mental Health
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/15/24
**Psychology opening in Wisconsin**
- Located in La Crosse
- 70 miles to Rochester, MN
- Full Time, Employed
The Department of Psychiatry and Psychology in La Crosse, WI, is seeking a PhD level Psychologist to join our team supporting the multispecialty Advanced Weight Management Program. Our psychology team focuses on the psychological assessment and behavioral treatment of patients seeking weight loss treatment, including bariatric surgery, endoscopic interventions, weight loss medications, and lifestyle intervention. The ideal candidate will also have demonstrated interest and experience in providing evidence-based psychological care in a multidisciplinary weight management team. Sub-specialty shadowing and training opportunities are also possible at other sites and in Rochester for those with broader clinical health backgrounds.
The Department of Psychiatry & Psychology is a growing a collaborative team comprised of 4 psychiatrists, 3 health psychologists, 3 clinical psychologists, 2 neuropsychologists, 25 masters-prepared therapists, and 4 case managers. Academic rank in the College of Medicine and Science will be granted commensurate with experience.
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be eligible for licensure in the state of Wisconsin
- Board-certified/Board-eligible through the American Board of Professional Psychology
- Completion of an APA or CPA accredited doctoral program and internship
- Experience in empirically based treatment approaches for psychiatric diagnoses such as anxiety and depressive disorders
- Experience in an outpatient mental health setting is preferred, but not required
- Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in multidisciplinary clinical, educational, and research collaboration and excellent interpersonal communication and leadership abilities.