Psychologist - Behavioral Hlth O​/P

Position Details

Lakeland Regional Health is a leading medical center located in Central Florida. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have been dedicated to serving our community with excellence in healthcare. As the only Level 2 Trauma center for Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties, and the second busiest Emergency Department in the US, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our diverse patient population.

Our facility is licensed for 892 beds and handles over 200,000 emergency room visits annually, along with 49,000 inpatient admissions, 21,000 surgical cases, 4,000 births, and 101,000 outpatient visits.

Lakeland Regional Health is currently seeking motivated individuals to join our team in various entry-level positions. Whether you're starting your career in healthcare or seeking new opportunities to make a difference, we have roles available across our primary and specialty clinics, urgent care centers, and upcoming standalone Emergency Department. With over 7,000 employees, Lakeland Regional Health offers a supportive work environment where you can thrive and grow professionally.

Active - Benefit Eligible and Accrues Time Off

Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 80.00

Shift: [Shift not specified]

Location:

1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL

Pay Rate: [Pay rate not specified]

Responsible for the mental health care of patients in the Department of Psychiatry treatment programs and also serves as a consultant for the treatment teams of patients seen in other clinical departments within Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center (LRHMC). Work in collaboration with the Medical Staff Co Leader and other members of the treatment team in the development of clinical programs.

Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.

Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.

Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

• Demonstrates responsible use of LRH's resources including people, finances, equipment and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

• Carries out job duties in a manner that enhances positive professional relationships with hospital staff, patients, families, and other physicians.
• Works within the multi‑disciplinary team structure to facilitate positive treatment outcomes.
• Provides high quality consultation‑liaison services to the other clinical departments within Lakeland Regional Health.
• Strives to develop clinical patient care opportunities apart from the inpatient mental health unit that meet the care needs of the Lakeland area and are in keeping with the Mission of the hospital (e.g. Outpatient treatment, involvement with care of patients in the chemical dependency treatment programs, development of new treatment programs, provision of clinical or consultation services to other organizations).
• Provides quality clinical care to assigned patients admitted to the various treatment programs of the Department of Psychiatry. Provides care in keeping with the Bylaws, Rules, and Regulations of LRH and the Department of Psychiatry.
• Actively participates in team development, achieving dashboards, and in accomplishing department goals and objectives.
• Responsible for special projects as assigned.

• Knowledge of a wide variety of psychological assessment instruments.
• Clear concise report writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a treatment team member. Knowledge and experience implementing evidence‑based treatment plans.
• Ability to effectively communicate and resolve conflict in a constructive manner.

• Doctorate
• Possess a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA)
• Basic Life Support
• Licensed as a psychologist in the state of Florida

Experience Essential:
Has conducted psychological evaluations for a variety of mental health problems, such as psychosis, trauma, Autism, ADHD and personality assessments and competency evaluations. At least three years of clinical experience with children and adults. Experience working on a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Experience Preferred:
Experience working with patients who have acute and/or chronic medical condition. Work experience in a hospital setting.