Psychologist - WSU Athletics

  • Pullman
  • Pullman Regional Hospital
Pay Range:

The base pay range for this position is
$100,000.00-$130,000.00 Annual
however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist - Athletic Medicine

Company Statement:

Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community.

Position Overview:

The Psychologist, under the direction of the Medical Director, is responsible for psychological evaluations, diagnoses, treatments, and referrals for Washington State University student-athletes. This position also assists with mental health promotion and education, as well as harm reduction programming.

Required Education, Licensure, Certifications, & Experience:
  • A doctoral degree in Psychology, or equivalent including completion of pre-doctoral internship.
  • Doctorate in clinical psychology.
  • Washington Licensure within l year to practice counseling/professional psychology.
  • Minimum two (2) years of experience counseling intercollegiate student-athletes.
A Day in the Life:
  • Based on physician and staff referrals and student-athlete self-referrals provide assessment and treatment for student-athletes with a wide range of health problems, medical/somatic symptoms, and related mental health concerns.
  • Serve as the primary mental health provider for crisis intervention and treatment. Supervise other behavioral health clinicians involved with student-athlete care.
  • Closely coordinate care with members of the student-athlete's health care team (including team physicians, athletic trainers, registered dietitians, academic and student-athlete development staff).
  • Facilitate, as needed, student-athlete access to appropriate professional health care providers on campus, as well as those within the surrounding communities.
  • Develop and maintain open lines of communication and referral systems with the athletics staff, as well as University and community resources.
  • Manage working relationships with student-athletes and staff in a confidential, professional manner.
  • Work effectively with a diverse student-athlete population.
  • Provide guidance and harm reduction strategies to student-athletes demonstrating behaviors that may have a negative impact on their health safety, well-being, academic success, and athletic performance.
  • Serve as the chair of the Athletic Department's Mental Health Team.
  • Serves as a member of the Athletic Department's Drug Free Team Workgroup.
About You!

This Job is For You if You Have:
  • Flexibility and willingness to grow.
  • The desire to care for and put patients first.
  • Broad working knowledge of NCAA, conference, university and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Strong service ability; the desire and ability to provide the athletics department with exceptional service in a professional, flexible and friendly manner.
  • Strong Team Attitude and Approach - the ability and willingness to share ideas, to be open to the ideas of others, and to work toward organizational goals and interests.
  • Ability to work well within an inter-disciplinary team environment.
  • Ability to lend a calming influence and maintain control during intense emotional situations.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the ethical conduct expectations of the University, State of Washington, Pac-12 Conference and NCAA.
  • Commitment to Diversity - an appreciation of the benefits of a diverse workplace and willingness to take actions to enhance the diversity of WSU.
A Wow if You Have:
  • Successful experience providing student-athletes counseling in the areas of healthy relationships, substance use/abuse, life balance, and healthy life choices.
  • Work experience that demonstrates ability to lead crisis intervention and treatment.
  • Experience that demonstrates ability to work successfully with a diverse student population and knowledge of multicultural issues.
  • Work experience that demonstrates genuine concern and interest for the welfare of student-athletes.
  • Experience working with an electronic medical records system.
Company Perks:

Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
  • Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
  • Services Discount and EAP Resources


A Few More Important Points:

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

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