Staff Psychologist (Service Chief) DETAIL NTE 120 Days

This Detail oversees the Mental Health services throughout the Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS). The Mental Health & Behavioral Health Sciences (MH&BS) Service Line Manager reports to the Chief of Staff. The MH&BS service line manager will supervisor the managers within the MH&BS service line. The MH&BS manager will manage human and material resources and a variety of mental health programs. This position supports the overall functioning of MH&BS. Duties may include but are not limited to: All professional and administrative activities within the Mental Health Service Line including selection, orientation and continuing education of staff. Assures that all licensed independent practitioners receive education on assessing and managing pain. Clinically and administratively related activities of the Mental Health Service Line.. Continuing surveillance of the professional performance of all individuals in the Mental Health Service Line who have delineated clinical privileges. Monitoring and evaluating the quality of care provided in the Mental Health Service Line. Assuring that individuals in Mental Health with clinical privileges competently provide service within the scope of privileges granted. Recommending to the Medical Executive Board the criteria for clinical privileges that are relevant to the care provided in the Mental Health Service Line. Recommending appointment and clinical privileges for each medical staff member of the Mental Health Service Line and others requesting privileges within Mental Health. When needed, Service Line Managers will consult with the appropriate specialty for re-privileging decisions. Reviews Provider Performance Improvement activities/data as part of the renewal of privileges/scope of practice The integration of the department or service into the primary functions of the hospital. The development and implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of care, treatment, and services. VA Careers - Psychologist: https://youtube.com/embed/77qHlLw9Xck Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000