Psychologist (NHSC-Approved Site)
Ascend Mental Health Center – Idaho Falls, ID
About the Practice
Ascend Mental Health Center is a private practice in Idaho Falls, ID, providing expert psychiatric medication management and psychological/neuropsychological testing services. Our interdisciplinary team includes 8 psychiatric prescribers, 4 residents, and 3 psychologists/specialists.
NHSC Approved Site: We are proud to be an NHSC-approved service site. Working with us may qualify you for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program (LRP), offering significant tax-free student loan repayment in exchange for your service in our community.
The Role
We are seeking qualified Psychologists passionate about psychological testing and dedicated to helping a diverse patient population. We prioritize clinician well-being, autonomy, and high-quality care within a supportive, clinician-led environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychological, psychoeducational, and neuropsychological assessments for children and adults.
- Supervise testing assistants and interpret standardized instruments.
- Provide detailed evaluation reports and tailored treatment recommendations.
- Conduct feedback sessions for patients, families, and referring providers.
- Commitment to Access: Provide high-quality care to all patients, including those utilizing our Sliding Fee Schedule or public insurance (Medicaid/Medicare).
Qualifications
- Education: PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
- Licensure: Currently licensed or license-eligible as a Psychologist in the State of Idaho.
- Expertise: Experience in administering, scoring, and interpreting psychological and neuropsychological assessments.
- Values: A commitment to serving underserved populations and providing equitable healthcare access.
Compensation and Benefits
- Loan Repayment: Eligibility to apply for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program (site HPSA score may apply).
- Pay Model: Flexible, competitive percentage-based compensation (productivity model).
- Benefits: Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, and 401(k) with 4% matching.
- Resources: Access to a fully equipped test kit library (Q-interactive, Q-global, PARiConnect, etc.).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Idaho Falls, ID 83404 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Idaho Falls, ID 83404: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person