Psychologist II​/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Job Title Psychologist Staff II/UKHC

Requisition NumberRE
52859

Working Title Psychologist Staff II/UKHC

Department NameH
1100: ESH Psychosocial Services

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level
12

Salary Range $62,/year

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education PhD

Required Related Experience2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification Licensed Psychological Practitioner (LPP) or Licensed Psychologist by time of hire

Physical Requirements Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds, or sitting for long periods of time.

Shift Days, Monday-Friday

The ESH Staff Psychologist provides group and individual psychotherapy interventions, psychological evaluations, crisis intervention, consultation, and education to patients with mental illness in a recovery-based inpatient setting. Also provides graduate student supervision and participates in hospital education and various committees. Is an active member of a multidisciplinary team. There are opportunities for research and development of evidence-based practice models. A doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology is required, as well as a license to practice psychology in the state of Kentucky.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds.

Fully participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency developmental activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills. At least 1 year of experience in a professional setting conducting forensic psychological assessments is preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

PhD/PsyD/EdD + 2 years of PAID experience which may include internship and/or post-doctoral training.

Final date to receive applications
02/15/2026

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The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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