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Elevance Health

Psychologist Reviewer

Atlanta, GA

$93.12K - $167.62K/yr

Psychologist Reviewer Work location - Virtual This role enables associates to work virtually ... Partners with Behavioral Health Management staff by assisting in training, attending utilization ...

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CarePerks LLC

Psychologist

Tucker, GA

Conduct psychological assessments to identify mental health issues and develop treatment plans * Provide individual and group therapy sessions to clients * Collaborate with other healthcare ...

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How much do health psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for health psychologist in Decatur, GA is $117,951.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,000.00 and $125,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Do Health Psychologists Do?

A health psychologist focuses on how emotional, mental, and social factors affect physical health and wellness. As a health psychologist, your duties are to interview patients, conduct behavioral tests, and diagnose mental health issues that cause physical problems. Other responsibilities involve developing treatment programs, monitoring patient progress, and promoting healthy behaviors. While most health psychologists work directly with patients in a clinical setting, you can also focus on researching health-related issues to aid the psychology industry or even help to develop public policy on mental health care. Many health psychologists specialize in a sub-field, such as community or occupational health psychology. You can find positions in both private practices or larger medical facilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Health Psychologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Health Psychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, expertise in behavioral health interventions, and licensure to practice. Familiarity with assessment tools, electronic health records, and evidence-based therapy methods such as CBT is typically required. Strong communication, empathy, and cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills for building rapport with clients and collaborating with healthcare teams. These competencies are essential for effectively promoting behavior change, supporting patient well-being, and integrating psychological care into multidisciplinary health settings.

What are some common challenges Health Psychologists face when working in multidisciplinary healthcare teams?

Health Psychologists often collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other specialists to support patients’ well-being. One common challenge is ensuring clear communication and mutual understanding among professionals from diverse backgrounds, especially when integrating psychological perspectives into medical care. Additionally, Health Psychologists may need to advocate for the importance of behavioral interventions and work to overcome misconceptions about the role of psychology in physical health. Successfully navigating these challenges can lead to more holistic and effective patient care.

What are health psychologists?

Health psychologists are professionals who study how psychological, behavioral, and social factors affect health and illness. They use their knowledge to promote healthy lifestyles, help patients manage chronic diseases, and support individuals coping with illness. Health psychologists often work in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, or private practice, collaborating with other healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes. Their role includes conducting assessments, providing therapy, and developing interventions to encourage positive health behaviors.

How many years does it take to become a health psychologist?

Becoming a health psychologist typically requires earning a bachelor's degree (4 years), followed by a master's or doctoral degree in psychology (additional 2-7 years), with a Ph.D. or Psy.D. being common. Postdoctoral supervised experience and licensure are also necessary before practicing independently.

What is the difference between Health Psychologist vs Clinical Psychologist?

AspectHealth PsychologistClinical Psychologist
CredentialsDoctoral degree (PhD or PsyD), licensure, specialized training in health behaviorsDoctoral degree (PhD or PsyD), licensure, training in mental health assessment and therapy
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research settings, wellness programsHospitals, mental health clinics, private practices
FocusBehavioral factors affecting physical health, disease management, health promotionMental health disorders, emotional issues, psychological assessment
Common UsageHealthcare, wellness, preventive careTherapy, mental health treatment, psychological testing

While both roles require doctoral-level training and licensure, Health Psychologists focus on the psychological aspects of physical health and wellness, whereas Clinical Psychologists primarily address mental health disorders and emotional well-being. Their work environments and client needs often overlap but serve different primary purposes.

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Inpatient CL Psychologist - Austell, GA

Inpatient CL Psychologist - Austell, GA

Wellstar Health System

Austell, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Wellstar Health System rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 333 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

249th of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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CLINICAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST
Consultation-Liaison Psychology, Inpatient, Generalist
Position #JR-26830
CLINICAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST
Consultation-Liaison Psychology
As we continue to expand our health psychology and behavioral medicine services, the Wellstar Medical Group and Behavioral Health Service Line are pleased to announce an opening for a Consultation-Liaison (C-L) Health Psychologist at Wellstar Cobb Hospital. This position offers a unique opportunity to support patients through general consultation-liaison psychological services in acute hospital setting. The psychologist will work with a multi-disciplinary team comprised of medical doctors, nurses, psychiatrists, care coordinators, behavioral health liaisons, and others committed to providing whole-person care.
Role Overview
The psychologist will allocate his/her clinical time providing C-L psychological services to medically hospitalized patients, serving individuals with various medical problems and co-occurring substance use and psychiatric conditions.
In the C-L role, the psychologist will consult with medical teams across units, delivering brief psychological assessments, diagnostic clarification, and targeted evidence-based interventions for individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring psychiatric or medical challenges. The psychologist will participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds, contribute to behavioral health recommendations for medical teams, and assist in supporting the hospital's efforts to improve continuity of care for patients with behavioral health needs.
This is an ideal role for a team-oriented yet independently capable psychologist, ready to enable the delivery of exceptional care and psychological services at Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, with a confident, assertive, and collaborative presence.
Professional Environment
Reporting to Wellstar's Associate Director of Consultation-Liaison Behavioral Medicine, the psychologist will be integrated within Wellstar's Consultation-Liaison Behavioral Medicine service, with consultation and collaboration across medical specialties and units, including Cobb Hospital's Burn Unit, inpatient rehabilitation unit (IRU), and others. The psychologist will participate in Wellstar's Clinical Health Psychology Forum (CHPF), a professional learning community fostering best practices and alignment with the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) competencies in C-L psychology.
Opportunities for teaching and training may be available through Wellstar's partnerships with the Medical College of Georgia and regional psychology training programs.
Duties/Responsibilities
  • Provide consultation-liaison psychological services for hospitalized medical patients
  • Conduct suicide risk assessments and determine need for inpatient behavioral health care
  • Determine the need for issuing, extending, or discontinuing involuntary holds and inpatient psychiatric admissions due to functionally debilitating psychiatric or substance use disorders, exercising familiarity with the state of Georgia's legal hold processes.
  • Perform brief evaluations, functional assessments, and evidence-based interventions tailored to the inpatient setting
  • Consult with medical and surgical teams on behavioral health and addiction-related management
  • Document in the Epic EMR and communicate clinical findings to attending physicians
  • Collaborate with psychiatry, social work, and case management to improve transition of care and discharge planning
  • Participate in the Clinical Health Psychology Forum and engage in interprofessional education opportunities

Skills Needed
  • Advanced knowledge of consultation-liaison psychology and behavioral health integration within a general hospital
  • Strong expertise in assessment and treatment of substance use disorders, including detox, relapse prevention, and comorbidity management
  • Expertise in suicide risk assessment and suicide-specific treatment models
  • Familiarity with evidence-based psychological treatments for anxiety, depression, psychosis, trauma, and personality disorders
  • Ability to function autonomously while working as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team
  • Experience working in acute medical settings
  • Comfort with clinical leadership and pathway development for a growing psychology presence at Wellstar Cobb

Required Qualifications
  • Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program
  • Completion of an APA-accredited internship, ideally with a focus on medical or hospital-based psychology
  • Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, or a related field
  • Licensure or license-eligibility as a Psychologist in the State of Georgia
  • Board-certification in Clinical Health Psychology or a related specialty (or willingness to obtain within 3 years)

Compensation & Benefits
Wellstar offers a competitive and tiered compensation package based on clinical experience. The package includes base salary, annual quality bonuses, and additional incentives for board certification. Comprehensive benefits and professional development support are provided. Please contact Andrew Wilson (andrew.wilson@wellstar.org) for additional information.
Work Setting
Wellstar Cobb Hospital, located in Austell, Georgia, is a 382-bed facility with a long-standing reputation for compassionate care and clinical excellence. The hospital offers robust medical, surgical, and behavioral health services, including a 32-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit. Wellstar Cobb is part of the larger Wellstar Health System, one of Georgia's largest and most integrated health systems, recognized by the AMA Joy in Medicine program and a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
Application Process
Interested candidates may apply through www.wellstarcareers.org and submit a CV and cover letter directly to AJ Wilson at andrew.wilson@wellstar.org.
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