Psychologist

Full Time
California
Posted
Job description

The UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center is an NCI designated cancer center with multidisciplinary medical specialties seen in the clinical practice. The Psychologist position is an integral part of the practice team with the Psycho-oncology service. The primary responsibility of this position is to provide psychological assessment, consultation and intervention services to cancer patients and their families. As this position also provides consultation on individual patient mental health issues to the patient’s providers and health care team, the work environment for this position involves interaction with many other practitioners within the Cancer Center. Ways to improve communication and service to patients are part of each person’s job in the Cancer Center. Participation in the Continuous Quality Improvement process and strict adherence to HIPAA policies and procedures are expected.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center is an accredited National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center. The NCI-Designation recognizes the scientific leadership, resources, and the depth and breadth of the research in basic, clinical and population science. As a Comprehensive Cancer Center, we demonstrate the added depth and breadth of research as well as substantial transdisciplinary research that bridges these scientific areas. The clinical services encompass adult and pediatric tumors across three campuses as well as regional satellite locations. The clinical cancer program is one of the largest clinical services at UCSF Medical Center and encompasses roughly 230 non-physician FTEs, 90+ cost center, and dozens of grant and philanthropic funding sources. At the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center we are truly pioneering care and leaders in all areas of cancer clinical care and research. We are routinely voted a top 10 program by U.S. News and World Report.

Required Qualifications

  • A Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program
  • Expertise in psychological evaluations of adults and families
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a large multidisciplinary team
  • Strong organizational skills, including the abilities to meet deadlines and manage multiple clinical activities simultaneously
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours, which could include early evenings
  • Demonstrated excellence in attendance and reliability
  • This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in working with cancer patients.
  • Experience in an academic environment

License/Certification

  • Current license from the California State Board of Psychology at the time of hire
  • Graduation from an APA-accredited doctoral program in clinical psychology
  • UCSF Medical Center requires all Advanced Health Professionals (AHP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) in order to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric AHPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Medical Center sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Mission Bay, Satellite Clinics, et al). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days and must be completed prior to the first working day.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009383 PSYCHOLOGIST 2

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

60%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

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