Psychologist

Company Description Behavioral Health Consultants, PLLC provides psychological consultation-liaison services to medical patients in acute care, long-term acute care, acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term residential facilities in the Austin, Texas area. The organization’s mission is to deliver quality, patient-centered psychological care that supports emotional health and coping for individuals facing serious medical challenges. Treatment plans are grounded in evidence-based interventions and tailored to each patient’s unique needs and circumstances, in close collaboration with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. All services are provided by licensed psychologists with clinical and health psychology experience, and the group also offers clinical training and organizational consultation to medical professionals and facilities. Since its founding in 1998, Behavioral Health Consultants has grown from serving a single facility to partnering with over 20 facilities and more than 200 referring physicians, with ongoing demand for its services.Role Description The Psychologist will provide on-site, full-time clinical services to medically complex patients in hospital and post-acute settings throughout the Austin, TX area. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments, delivering evidence-based interventions, and offering counseling to support adjustment to illness, treatment adherence, and overall mental health. The role involves functioning as a consultation-liaison within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, and facility staff to integrate psychological care into the broader medical treatment plan. The Psychologist will document clinical services in a timely and accurate manner, contribute to treatment planning and discharge recommendations, and participate in case discussions and staff education as needed. Additional responsibilities may include providing input on program development and quality improvement initiatives related to behavioral health in medical settings.

Qualifications

Strong foundation in Clinical and/or Health Psychology, with the ability to apply psychological principles in medical settings.Knowledge of Medicine and medical terminology sufficient to collaborate effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.Demonstrated skills in Counseling and Mental Health interventions, including evidence-based therapies for individuals coping with serious medical conditions.Proficiency in Psychological Assessment, including diagnostic interviewing and use of appropriate tools to inform treatment planning.Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in psychology from an accredited institution and current, unrestricted license as a Psychologist (or license-eligible) in the state of Texas.Experience providing services in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, or similar medical environments preferred.Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills, with the ability to work effectively within diverse interdisciplinary teams.Commitment to ethical, patient-centered care, cultural humility, and continuous professional development.The ability to self-motivate and to work autonomously an assigned facility.Benefits & Compensation:Salary + Productivity Bonus ranging from $110,000 to $147,000 annuallySigning/moving bonusHealth Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas401K with company matching15 days PTO and multiple holidays, no call service.Full billing and administrative supportMobile phone and laptop computerFull onboarding services for hospital privileging and insurance paneling.$400 annual stipend for CEUs and license renewalWe are currently participating in the Texas Loan Repayment Program for Mental Health Professionals which provides significant funds to pay back student loan debt. Approval is done by the State of Texas on a case by case basis.Please respond to this posting or email your CV to Dr. Clif Moore at drmoore@bhc-austin.com.