Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) - Pain Treatment Center

Hartford HealthCare • West Hartford, CT • 9h ago

Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. The Division of Health Psychology at the Institute of Living/Hartford Hospital is pleased to announce a full-time position opening for aPain Psychologist (PhD/PsyD)to support an interdisciplinary pain management program serving adults with acute and chronic pain conditions. This psychologist will be embedded within a medically integrated team and play a central role in delivering evidence-based assessment and behavioral pain management services. Job Summary This is a highly collaborative position, closely integrated with an interdisciplinary team that may include physicians, advanced practice providers, physical therapists, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals. The team shares a unified mission of improving functioning, quality of life, and health outcomes for individuals living with chronic pain, pain-related disability, and comorbid medical and psychological conditions. The Pain Psychologist is considered a core member of the clinical team and will contribute to the development and delivery of a comprehensive behavioral pain management program. The psychologist will apply a biopsychosocial framework to pain assessment and treatment, addressing the complex interactions among pain, mood, trauma, sleep, substance use, medical illness, and functional impairment. This role requires sensitivity to the stigma and barriers often faced by individuals with chronic pain and a commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care. Job Responsibilities Provide behavioral health services to adults with acute and chronic pain conditions, including comprehensive pain-related diagnostic evaluations and assessment of treatment needs Deliver brief, evidence-based individual and group interventions for pain management, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy for pain (CBT-P), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based interventions, and behavioral activation Collaborate closely with medical providers to support integrated treatment planning, including opioid stewardship, and functional rehabilitation goals Conduct pre-surgical and procedural evaluations and generate timely, well-documented reports to inform medical decision-making Independently maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and treatment records Utilize standardized screening tools and outcome measures to assess pain intensity, functional interference, mood, coping, and treatment response Track clinical outcomes and contribute to data management initiatives related to pain treatment effectiveness Participate in program development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research related to pain psychology and health behavior change Develop and implement psychoeducational materials for patients and families addressing pain neuroscience education, coping strategies, flare management, and self-management skills Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, care coordination, and communication with outside providers Provide education and consultation to medical staff through in-services, Grand Rounds, and other training opportunities on psychological aspects of pain and pain management Opportunities may exist to supervise psychology trainees with an interest in health psychology and pain management Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) from an APA-accredited program Completion of an APA-accredited internship in Clinical Psychology or Clinical Health Psychology Licensed or license-eligible to practice Psychology in the State of Connecticut Specialized training and experience in pain psychology, behavioral medicine, health psychology, or integrated medical settings Demonstrated competence in evidence-based psychological treatments for chronic pain and comorbid conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD, sleep disorders) Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams Self-directed, flexible, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced, evolving clinical environment We take great care of careers. As a Hartford HealthCare entity, The Hartford Hospital Institute of Living provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working in a thriving centrally located urban community: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs Located on the Institute of Living's historic park-like grounds designed by Frederick Law Ohlmsted With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. /As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status./ Job: Behavioral HealthOrganization: Institute of Living Title: Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) - Pain Treatment Center Location: Connecticut-West Hartford-65 Memorial Rd WH BBSQ (10059) Requisition ID: 26154845

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