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PSYCHOLOGIST
Mohawk Valley Health System
Utica, NY, USA
USD 110k-150k / year
Posted on Oct 8, 2025
Job Summary
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychologist (PhD) to join our multidisciplinary Behavioral Health team. This full-time, Monday-Friday position requires a licensed doctoral-level (PhD) psychologist. This position offers the rewarding opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a supportive, outpatient setting. Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible with a NYS License. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Psychological testing and assessment for adults and children
- Psychotherapy for adults and children
- Assesses patient progress and modifies treatment programs accordingly
- Communicates with and counsels family members as appropriate.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team
- Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrate quality in documentation
- Must be on site
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
- PhD or PsyD degree in clinical, counseling psychology or related field
- Experience in assessment and DSM diagnosis
- Must be highly organized, detail oriented, and reliable.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Basic computer knowledge with the ability to learn new software.
PREFERRED:
- Master’s degree (in lieu of Psychology License)
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
- NYS Certified Psychologist License (or eligibility)
PREFERRED:
- Certification in psychometrics (in lieu of Psychology License)
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 95926
Department MG - SPEC - OUTPATIENT PSYCH
Shift Variable
Shift Hours Worked 8.50
FTE 1
Work Schedule NP / PA
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $110,000-$150,000