Licensed Medical Psychologist-(Part Time 24 hrs per week with Full Benefits) Harahan, LA at Healthstat, Inc in Harahan, Louisiana

Posted in Other 29 days ago.





Job Description:

Marathon Health is a leading provider of advanced primary care in the U.S., serving 2.5 million eligible patients through approximately 630 employer and union-sponsored clients. Our comprehensive services include advanced primary care, mental health, occupational health, musculoskeletal, and pharmacy services, delivered through our 680+ health centers across 41 states. We also offer virtual primary care and mental health services accessible in all 50 states. Transforming healthcare delivery with a patient-first approach, we prioritize convenient access to both in-person and virtual care, resulting in improved health outcomes and significant cost savings. Committed to inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a positive work environment and recruit exceptional talent to ensure expertise and compassion in healthcare delivery. Marathon has been recognized as a five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare winner and a six-time Best in KLAS award winner for employer-sponsored healthcare services.



ABOUT THE JOB



This role involves conducting in-depth psychological assessments to support accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment planning, along with managing psychiatric medications in collaboration with our healthcare team. The Psychologist will work closely with patients and interdisciplinary team members to monitor treatment effectiveness, make necessary adjustments, and provide education on medication use. This position is ideal for a psychologist who combines expertise in assessment with a solid understanding of psychopharmacology, focusing on patient-centered, evidence-based care.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES



Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):


  • Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Administer and interpret a range of psychological tests (e.g., cognitive, personality, neuropsychological).

  • Compile, analyze, and communicate assessment results in detailed reports, ensuring findings are accurate, reliable, and tailored to support personalized care plans.

  • Collaborate with patients and their families to provide diagnostic feedback and recommendations.

  • Conduct initial and follow-up evaluations to assess psychiatric medication needs in collaboration with prescribing clinicians.

  • Prescribe and manage psychiatric medications (when credentialed/licensed for prescriptive authority) or make recommendations for psychotropic medication adjustments.

  • Monitor patient response to medication, adjusting dosages or switching medications as clinically appropriate and supported by patient progress and tolerability.

  • Educate patients and families on medication management, addressing side effects, adherence, and potential risks.

  • Work as part of an interdisciplinary team, coordinating with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care physicians, and other healthcare professionals.



Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):


  • Using computer applications, preferably Microsoft Office suite

  • Timely completion of documentation within EMR

  • Work to address other social needs of patients and utilize appropriate external and/or internal referral sources for specialty care, hospitalization, or advanced psychiatric assessments and treatments




QUALIFICATIONS



Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) required. Additional certification or licensure for medication management, as applicable. Current and unrestricted state licensure. BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification or must become certified upon hire. Experience in providing counseling and mental health services, which may include evaluation, diagnosis, treatment of mental illness, and other psychological issues, required. 2 or more years' experience operating as an independently licensed behavioral health clinician in psychological assessments and medication management, preferably in a clinical setting. Experience using evidence-based treatment to treat multiple behavioral health disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PTSD plus experience with behavioral interventions, critical incident event management, and case management, preferred.



DESIRED ATTRIBUTES



  • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

  • Prevention, wellness, and client involvement is emphasized

  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

  • Proficiency in psychological testing and interpretation.

  • Strong knowledge of psychiatric medications, their indications, and potential side effects.

  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience

  • Preferred familiarity with Microsoft Office suite




Pay Range: $66,000 - $87,000/yr for a 24hrs a week schedule.



The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate's years of experience and/or skill level.


We are accepting applications for this position until a candidate has been selected. To apply to this position and learn more about open jobs at Marathon Health, visit our careers page.



Marathon Benefits Summary



We believe in empowering teammates to do their best work and build better healthcare. Below are some of our benefit offerings. Eligibility is based on 24/hr week.



  • Health and Well-Being: Free Marathon membership for in person and virtual care, employer paid life and disability insurance, and choice in medical/dental plans, vision, employer funded HSA, FSA, and voluntary illness, accident and hospitalization plans. Benefits are effective on the first of the month following date of hire.


  • Financial Support: Competitive compensation, 401k match, access to financial coaching through our Employee Assistance Program


  • Lifestyle: Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and more, holiday schedule


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