Psychologist

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen
• Proficient in written and spoken English
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Complete an online onboarding process
• Pass pre-employment physical examination
• Participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program
• Maintain required board certification; failure to do so may result in removal from the occupation and termination of employment
• Serve a 1 or 2-year trial period
• Doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed, with a specialty area consistent with the assignment; OR
• Doctoral degree in any area of psychology and successfully completed a re-specialization program in an APA or CPA accredited doctoral program, with the specialty consistent with the assignment; OR
• Doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature
• Successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and consistent with the assignment; OR
• Completed a new VHA psychology internship program in the process of applying for APA accreditation, sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations at the time of internship; OR
• Completed a VHA facility full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internship prior to PL 96-151 (pre-1979); OR
• Currently board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area consistent with the assignment (for internships not accredited by APA or CPA at the time of completion)
• Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia
• For GS-11 and GS-12 levels, non-licensed applicants may be given a temporary appointment as a "graduate psychologist" for up to two years, providing care only under the supervision of a licensed psychologist; failure to obtain licensure during this period is justification for termination
• At least two years of experience as a professional psychologist, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-12 grade level (for GS-13 Staff Psychologist)
• Knowledge of, and ability to apply, professional psychological treatments to the full range of patient populations
• Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional psychology and behavioral health
• Knowledge of clinical research literature

Nice to have:

• Experience providing care for individuals with Severe Mental Illness

Benefits

• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility (up to $200,000 over one to five years, determined by VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office)
• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee
• Credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience

Important Details

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Telework: May be authorized by Supervisor as determined by agency policy
• Travel Required: 50% or less
• Appointment type: Permanent
• Application deadline: 4 November 2026, 11:59 PM (ET)

Application Process

• Complete the full questionnaire and submit the required documentation
• Create a USAJOBS account or log in to an existing account
• Select USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents
• Complete the occupational questionnaire
• Submit answers to submit the application package

About the Company

VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of its Medical Centers. This approach empowers people to take charge of their health and well-being, creating a personalized health plan for each Veteran within healing relationships and environments, and connecting them back to their community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

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