Clinician Well- Specialist

The Clinician Well‑Being Specialist supports the psychological, emotional, and professional well‑being of clinicians, including physicians, advanced practice providers, and medical residents. This role blends clinical expertise with organizational well‑being strategy to promote resilience, reduce burnout, and enhance the overall work experience of healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate has a strong clinical counseling or psychology background, deep understanding of medical culture, and a passion for supporting those in training and high‑stress clinical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 consultation to assess well‑being needs and recommend appropriate support pathways.
• Collaborate with psychologists and internal partners to review well‑being assessments and implement interventions.
• Assist in developing tools, resources, and care pathways that address burnout, stress management, and psychological safety.
• Participate in on‑call rotations to triage clinician concerns and connect them with coaching or mental health support.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives aligned with national well‑being frameworks (e.g., burden reduction, coaching, credentialing reform).

Education & Training

• Deliver presentations, lectures, and Grand Rounds on topics related to clinician and resident well‑being.
• Represent the organization through educational programs, podcasts, newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Develop and facilitate training specific to resident needs, including stress mitigation, adjustment to medical training, and work‑life balance.

Research & Quality Improvement

• Contribute to research and quality improvement projects that advance clinician well‑being science.
• Support the development, refinement, and evaluation of well‑being programs using validated psychological measures.
• Serve as a peer reviewer for research proposals and team initiatives.

Program & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with Graduate Medical Education and internal well‑being councils to improve resident and clinician support systems.
• Participate in strategic planning, program development, retreats, and team events.
• Collaborate across disciplines to promote a positive culture and a sustainable well‑being model.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Mental Health Services, or related field (Doctorate in Counseling or Psychology preferred).
• Strong understanding of medical culture, burnout science, and psychological frameworks related to stress and resilience.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and high comfort working independently or collaboratively.

Minimum:

• 10 years post‑master’s clinical experience
• 5 years in a hospital or medical setting
• 5 years working with physicians, APPs, or medical residents
• 3 years using electronic health records
• 3 years administering and interpreting psychological assessment tools

One of the following Licensures is required:

• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Licensed Psychologist
• Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)