JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

The psychologist position administers, evaluates and interprets psychological testing; creates, monitors and coordinates behavior management plans with the clinical team.

Job DutiesThe essential functions of this job are identified with an asterisk (*) at the end of the bullet point.

• Provides care for the mental health of the Mille Lacs Health System area community, collects and analyzes behavioral data for residents/patients and presents results to clinical leadership.*

• Reviews service delivery and considers individual and group sessions as indicated. *

• Administers, evaluates and interprets required psychological testing as requested by referring provider for children, adult and geriatric patients on a case by case basis.*

• Counsels individuals and families in a safe environment.*

• Reports abuse and neglect to appropriate agencies in compliance with state/county and local regulations.*

• Documents progress/data in Medical Record utilizing objective, measurable methods on a timely basis, keeping medical records and billing current.*

• Creates psychological testing report as indicated to be included as part of a patient's care plan. Ensures report is included in Medical Record within two weeks of testing.*

• Consults with clinical team and referring physicians and participates with the clinical team meetings for care plan formulation and reviews.*

• Refers patients to professional when care is beyond the scope of the position.*

• Submits service activity logs and schedules when requested to clinical leadership quarterly.

• Participates in peer review, quality initiatives and supervision as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Masters in clinical social work

• Current unrestricted license as Clinical Social Worker to practice as a health professional within the scope of licensure in the state of Minnesota.

• Two to three years of experience counseling individuals and/or families.

• Clinic experience in a rural health setting is preferred.