"Psychologist - Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychologist - Suicide and Trauma Emphasis (Open Rank/Track Faculty)"

Position Overview

At OSUWMC, we are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care. We are interested in candidates that complement our current strengths and support our clinical mission. We seek to hire faculty to help build our Suicide and Trauma Reduction Initiative (STRIVE). Area of specialization is open, and while we are particularly interested in those with clinical and/or research expertise in suicidal thoughts, behaviors, and related conditions, we welcome applicants that build on existing strengths (e.g., cognitive-behavioral approaches). The successful candidate will work within our interdisciplinary program in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health. The psychologist directs or provides care in a manner consistent with the privileges granted them by the governing body of University Hospitals and as approved by the University Board of Trustees.

Department/Division Overview

The successful candidates will join a 55+-member Section of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health. Our Section offers robust training opportunities, including externship experiences, psychology pre-doctoral internship, and several fellowship programs. We offer a collaborative environment and an engaged Psychology faculty. To learn about our rapidly developing department, go to http://psychiatry.osu.edu/.

Duties and Responsibilities

Faculty responsibilities are consistent with our tripartite mission – patient care, education, and clinical research. The psychologist will join a multidisciplinary team serving patients referred for reporting recent suicidal ideation, suicidal behaviors, and stressor-related disorders including posttraumatic stress disorder, providing clinical evaluation and assessment, as well as individual and/or group psychotherapy. This requires thorough knowledge of the DSM-5 and mental health diagnoses within the ICD-10. The individual selected for this position will have ample opportunities to contribute to training, research, and other scholarly pursuits. Other duties include but are not limited to representing the program or Department by participating in committees, conferences, and representing OSU at professional meetings and community speaking engagements. The psychologist is expected to practice within the established Medical Center and standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to key results areas of the Medical Center.

Requirements

Doctoral Degree in Psychology. Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Ohio. Applicants must be from an APA- or CPA-accredited clinical or counseling psychology doctoral program (with an accredited clinical internship), at least one year of relevant post-doctoral experience, and be licensed in Ohio by the time of appointment. The psychologist must be competent in technical clinical skills and must possess the cognitive and interpersonal skills required to serve those patients receiving the above-mentioned services. Candidates with previous training or experience working with patients with suicide and trauma-related disorders will be given preference.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday. Application materials must include cover letter and Curriculum Vita. All inquiries and nominations should be directed in confidence to: Natalie Kessinger, Physician and Faculty Recruitment, Natalie.Kessinger@osumc.edu. Questions can be directed to Craig Bryan, PsyD, ABPP (craig.bryan@osumc.edu), Director of the Suicide and Trauma programs, or Kristen Carpenter, PhD (kristen.carpenter@osumc.edu), Chief Psychologist and Director of Ambulatory Services. Three letters of reference can be sent directly to Dr. Carpenter by the writers. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Start date is anticipated as soon as possible but can be adjusted to meet the candidate’s needs.