Psychologist
Amsterdam, NY - USA
Job Summary
St. Marys Healthcare has been providing high-quality compassionate healthcare to the people of Montgomery and Fulton counties since 1903. At St. Marys Hospital the Rao Outpatient Pavilion and other locations the local independent healthcare organization offers the comprehensive critical services its community needs and deserves. St. Marys Healthcare has also been named a 2026 Times UnionTop Workplacethe first acute care hospital in the Capital Region to earn the distinction since theTimes Union launched the recognition program 15 years ago.
Job Requisition: PSYCH001984
Employment Type: Full-time
Shift: Days
Hours per Week: 40 hour/week
The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities:
- Assesses a patients psychological status and provides appropriate interventions and
- Collaborates with nursing and ancillary service to provide appropriate psychological therapy for patient. Refers patients to other disciplines for consult and evaluations as indicated.
- Provides psychological expertise and education to multidisciplinary Acts as resource to other disciplines.
- Communicates complex/sensitive information to patients and medical
- Administers and interprets psychological tests used for diagnosing mental and personality disorders and differentiating between organic and functional cases of behavior disorders.
Complexity of Work:
- Within scope of job requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Required Credential(s):
- Psychologist credentialed from the New York Board of Psychology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Find healthcare providers, services, and resources from St. Mary's, providing compassionate care to Amsterdam and the Mohawk Valley since 1903.