Clinical Psychologist

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Heerisnk School of Medicine, Huntsville Regional Medical Campus

OPEN RANK - DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY – Clinical Psychologist

Join a vibrant academic Psychiatry practice in one of the best places to live in America. The University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine Huntsville Regional Medical Campus (HRMC) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure earning open rank faculty appointment as a Clinical Psychologist in the Huntsville Psychiatry Department. The Psychiatry Department provides clinical training for 3rd and 4th year medical students (5-6 per rotation) and supports Psychiatry, Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Residency Programs.

The Clinical Psychologist will provide comprehensive psychological assessment, psychotherapy, education, and clinical supervision services within an academic healthcare environment. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of mental health conditions.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations utilizing a wide range of standardized assessment instruments and clinical Assessments may include, but are not limited to: Cognitive and intellectual functioning (IQ testing), learning disorders (LD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), personality and psychopathology assessments, diagnostic clarification and treatment planning for complex behavioral and mental health conditions.
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services to children, adolescents, and adults, to include individual, group and family psychotherapy.
• Collaborate with physicians, behavioral health professionals, educators, and other healthcare providers to ensure integrated and coordinated patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment teams and contribute to the development and implementation of patient-centered care plans.
• Provide teaching, mentorship, and clinical supervision to medical students, Psychiatry residents, Family Medicine residents, and other learners as appropriate.
• Participate in educational activities, including didactic instruction, case conferences, seminars, and curriculum development.
• Contribute to the academic mission of the institution through clinical education and professional development initiatives.

Candidates must have Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from an accredited program; completion of an accredited internship in Clinical Psychology; Licensed or license-eligible Clinical Psychologist; demonstrated expertise in psychological assessment and evidence-based psychotherapy across the lifespan; and strong interpersonal, teaching, and collaborative skills.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a psychologist interested in combining clinical practice, teaching, and interdisciplinary collaboration within an academic medical setting. Research involvement is welcomed and supported but is not required for consideration.

UAB offers competitive salary, excellent benefits and relocation. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment. Benefit information can be reviewed at http://www.uab.edu/humanresources/home/benefits.

Qualified applicants please follow this link to apply: https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/28296.

Applications will be accepted and reviewed by the search committee until the position is filled.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.