Psychologist, Family clinic at Prairie Band Health Services

Shiprock, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Psychology, Behavioral Healthcare, Psychological Assessments, Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Treatment Plans, Multidisciplinary Care, Culturally Competent Care, Trauma-Informed Care, Electronic Health Records, Telehealth Delivery, Program Development, Consultation, Peer Review, Group Therapy, Family Therapy

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Description Are you a Clinical Psychologist passionate about delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare in underserved communities? The Navajo Area Indian Health Service seeks compassionate professionals to serve at Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, NM—providing therapy, psychological evaluations, and crisis care in outpatient and community-based settings. This Full-Time 1099 Contract / Locum Tenens opportunity offers stability, cultural connection, and professional fulfillment in an outpatient behavioral health setting. Schedule & Details: 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday No weekends, holidays, overtime, or on-call Full-time hours Can work off any US license Up to 1 year initial contract with optional extensions Outpatient psychiatry with possible telepsychiatry opportunities Multiple contract openings in the Navajo Area Key Responsibilities: Conduct psychological assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and evidence-based therapy. Provide individual, group, and family therapy, as well as crisis intervention. Develop treatment plans and coordinate care with multidisciplinary medical teams. Document all encounters in the IHS EHR per federal and Joint Commission standards. Participate in program development, consultation, and peer review activities. Deliver culturally competent and trauma-informed care to Navajo Nation patients. Additional Duties: Additional responsibilities may be added as needed to support clinic operations and community programs. This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Contractors must follow all other job-related instructions as assigned by the Behavioral Health Director or designated supervisor. Indian Preference Exercised: In accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code §472 and §473), qualified Indian applicants will be given preference in hiring and placement. #PBHS #Locum #IHS #Psychologist Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program. Completion of an APA-accredited internship. Active, unrestricted license to practice psychology in any U.S. state or territory. Minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral clinical experience. Current BLS certification. U.S. Citizenship required. Preferred Qualifications: Prior Indian Health Service, federal, or tribal behavioral health experience. Familiarity with integrated behavioral health models and rural care delivery. Experience with electronic health records (EHRs) and telehealth delivery. (RPMS) Indian Preference Exercised: Apply today to speak with a member of our recruitment team

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological assessments and provide therapy in outpatient settings. Develop treatment plans and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.