Staff Psychologist

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to: At the GS 11 level, the following clinical activities are expected in the assignment: (1) Provides comprehensive psychological assessment and diagnostic services for Veterans with a range of psychopathology receiving care within VAPORHCS. (2) Demonstrates knowledge of contemporary interview and psychometric assessment methods for mental disorders and/or behavioral health conditions. (3) Provides education to patients and family members regarding mental disorders and best practice approaches to treatment. (4) Provides evidenced-based psychotherapeutic interventions, which may include individual, family, and group psychotherapy and psychoeducation. At the GS 12 level, the following clinical activities are expected in the assignment: (1) Provides comprehensive psychological assessment and diagnostic services for Veterans with a range of psychopathology receiving care within VAPORHCS. (2) Demonstrates knowledge of contemporary interview and psychometric assessment methods for mental disorders and/or behavioral health conditions. (3) Provides education to patients and family members regarding mental disorders and best practice approaches to treatment. (4) Provides evidenced-based psychotherapeutic interventions, which may include individual, family, and group psychotherapy and psychoeducation. At the GS 13 level, the following clinical activities are expected in the assignment: (1) Provides comprehensive psychological assessment and diagnostic services for Veterans with a broad range of psychopathology receiving care within the VA Portland HCS, including services for Veterans with complex psychopathology requiring advanced psycho-diagnostic skills. (2) Demonstrates expertise in using contemporary interview and psychometric assessment methods for mental disorders and/or behavioral health conditions. (3) Provides education to patients and family members regarding mental disorders and best practice approaches to treatment. (4) Provides evidenced-based psychotherapeutic interventions as indicated and appropriate for the specific job setting and duties of the psychologist, which may include individual, family, and group psychotherapy and psychoeducation. (5) Provides consultation to health care providers throughout the Medical Center about assessment findings and treatment plans for patients to ensure that care is coordinated, collaborative, and integrated within the VA Portland HCS. Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1630 Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-03-09