Ochsner Health·New Orleans, Louisiana
The clinical psychologist will provide specialized psychosocial care to oncology patients within a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include collaborating with various oncology departments and pediatric hematology-oncology to support patient well-being.
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Ochsner health is seeking a clinical psychologist to join its department of psychiatry and work exclusively with oncology patients in the gayle and tom benson cancer.
The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) from an APA-approved program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Louisiana. Candidate must have also completed internship training at an APA-Approved site.
The position involves working closely with our multi-disciplinary teams including Lung Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer, Neuro-oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation to provide requisite and clinically important psychosocial care. It also involves collaboration with our Pediatric Hematology-Oncology colleagues, working with members of our Palliative Oncology Team, and occasional travel to satellite facilities in the Greater New Orleans area. The salary offered will be competitive and commensurate with experience and training.
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Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from an APA-approved program and have completed an APA-approved internship. Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Louisiana is required.
Market context
Clinical psychologist roles in oncology are typically in steady demand where cancer centers, hospitals, and integrated behavioral health teams need support for patients and families. In Louisiana, this role is competitive because employers usually look for an APA-approved Ph.D., an APA-approved internship, and Louisiana licensure or licensure eligibility; professional development and wellness resources may also be part of the package. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before you apply and confirm your licensure status early.
