About the role

Provide comprehensive mental health treatment as a Primary Care Registered Psychologist for the Calgary West Central Primary Care Network. Collaborate in an interprofessional healthcare team for patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Address a wide range of mental health concerns with the goal of early identification, quick resolution, long term prevention and health promotion.
Provide intake of physician referrals for assessment of patients.
Provide patient care delivered through 30- to 50-minute consultations on a short-term basis.
Provide care through digital health technologies (e.g., telephone, video).
Screen patients for risk to self and others.
Provide crisis management, intervention and planning, to support individual patient need.
Collaborate with the physician and other allied health professionals to ensure that the patient receives comprehensive care.

A master’s level degree in psychology from an accredited university and recognized as sufficient for registration with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) is required.
Experience and comfort providing care through digital health technologies (e.g., telephone, video).
Experience independently assessing patients with mental health conditions to determine the best options for care and treatment.
A minimum of 1 - 2 years' experience with the following is **required: **
Clinical experience in a primary care setting is an **asset:**
Previous experience in patient teaching and with successful QI initiatives in the workplace and on teams is an **asset:**
Registration and membership with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) in good standing is required. **The successful candidate must be fully registered by the start date; however, the interview process can commence while the candidate is provisional.**
Proficiency in computers, Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is required.
Experience in and/or willingness to learn platforms such as Pomelo and digital health is required.
A clear Criminal Background check with Vulnerable Sector check is required to start.