Virtual Mental Health Psychologist (remote role) - Jobs in Victoria

Job Description

(This is a 100% remote position - the full flexibility to work from home)WHO WE ARE:As the world leader in virtual care, Teladoc Health is passionate about taking care of people. We have been providing care in Canada for over two decades to more than 9 million Canadians and 85,000 plan sponsors. We deliver care across 175 countries (over 51 million members globally), living our mission to empower all people to live their healthiest lives by transforming the healthcare experience. Levering digital technology, we provide whole-person care that spans every stage in a person’s health journey from wellness and prevention to acute care to complex healthcare needs. Our Canadian team has doubled in size over the last two years, and our growth is expected to rapidly continue as we transcend the landscape of future healthcare.THE OPPORTUNITY:We are currently seeking Mental Health Psychologists to join our Teladoc Health Canada team. The Teladoc Health Canada team comprises of a world-class virtual practice of providers with a passion for taking care of people and a devotion to clinical excellence. From family medicine to mental health to specialist medical advice, our providers help millions of Canadians resolve their healthcare needs with confidence through technologyamp; innovation. With our emphasis on medical quality, we place tremendous focus and resources on clinical innovation, standards, and measurement to enable our providers to deliver the best outcome for every patient.The Mental Health Disability Management program supports patients on disability leave due a primary or secondary diagnosis of depression and anxiety. The program combines Teladoc’s core clinical capabilities and processes with virtual therapy to assist individuals receiving disability benefits return to work. The goal is to provide a high quality, extremely coordinated support program that will quickly reduce clients’ symptoms, improve their functionality, increase their overall well-being and ultimately empower them to return to work.The position is remote, you can add to your current clinical caseload or build an entire telemedicine mental health caseload depending on the provinces you are licensed in. This unique opportunity will contribute to shaping the evolution of virtual care in Canada as an industry standard.AS A TELADOC MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST YOU WILL:

• Provide the best in-class patient care for Teladoc Health (TH) members via both video and phone interactions
• Assess TH members mental health needs and/or diagnoses, perform case reviews and provide structured psychotherapy treatment
• Produce detailed, high quality psychological assessments and treatment reports
• Maintain complete, timely and legible clinical documentation
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal, provincial and territorial health information privacy laws

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Work on your terms with convenience and ease via phone, tablet, or computer
• Supplement your income while continuing your practice
• Focus on patient care, without the administrative burden
• We provide malpractice insurance, claims processing and payment collection
• Secure encrypted and intuitive platform with in-house support to ensure a smooth experience
• Be part of an innovative, tech-forward, and collaborative learning community

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

• Registered as a member in good standing with a provincial or territorial regulatory body of psychology
• Additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from a recognized institution and practical experience in the use of CBT preferred
• Additional training and experience in other specific interventions preferred (e.g. DBT, ACT, Mindfulness)
• Experience providing services via information and communication technology (e.g. telehealth/telemedicine) preferred
• Experience with return-to-work planning and disability management
• Demonstrated ability to producing detailed, high quality assessment and treatment reports and clinical documentation
• Experience providing psychotherapeutic assessments and structured psychotherapy treatment for individuals presenting with a wide range of mental health conditions
• Experience with utilizing and interpreting psychological assessments (i.e. Personality Assessment Inventory and the Depression, Anxiety and Stress severity scale - version 21)

WHY JOIN TELADOC HEALTHA New Category in Healthcare: Teladoc Health is transforming the healthcare experience and empowering people everywhere to live healthier lives.Our Work Truly Matters: Recognized as the world leader in whole-person virtual care, Teladoc Health uses proprietary health signals and personalized interactions to drive better health outcomes across the full continuum of care, at every stage in a person’s health journey.Make an Impact: In more than 175 countries and ranked Best in KLAS for Virtual Care Platforms in 2020, Teladoc Health leverages more than a decade of expertise and data-driven insights to meet the growing virtual care needs of consumers and healthcare professionals.Focus on PEOPLE: Teladoc Health has been recognized as a top employer by numerous media and professional organizations. Talented, passionate individuals make the difference, in this fast-moving, collaborative, and inspiring environment.Diversity and Inclusion: At Teladoc Health we believe that personal and professional diversity is the key to innovation. We hire based solely on your strengths and qualifications, and the way in which those strengths can directly contribute to your success in your new position.Growth and Innovation: We’ve already made healthcare yet remain on the threshold of very big things. Come grow with us and support our mission to make a tangible difference in the lives of our Members.At Teladoc Health we thrive on difference and individuality. Teladoc Health is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation for any stage of the recruitment process / interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please reach out to us at accessibility@teladoc.com