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HealthPartners

Therapist III

Saint Paul, MN

The Pain psychologist - PhD/PsyD, LP will provide specialized psychological assessment and evaluation, consultation, education, and patient/family support, as necessary. The position requires the ...

Regions Hospital

Therapist III

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$44.27 - $68.62/hr

The Pain psychologist - PhD/PsyD, LP will provide specialized psychological assessment and evaluation, consultation, education, and patient/family support, as necessary. The position requires the ...

HealthPartners

Therapist III

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$44.27 - $68.62/hr

The Pain psychologist - PhD/PsyD, LP will provide specialized psychological assessment and evaluation, consultation, education, and patient/family support, as necessary. The position requires the ...

HealthPartners

Therapist III

Saint Paul, MN

The Pain psychologist - PhD/PsyD, LP will provide specialized psychological assessment and evaluation, consultation, education, and patient/family support, as necessary. The position requires the ...

Regions Hospital

Therapist III

Saint Paul, MN

The Pain psychologist - PhD/PsyD, LP will provide specialized psychological assessment and evaluation, consultation, education, and patient/family support, as necessary. The position requires the ...

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How much do pain psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for pain psychologist in the United States is $92,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pain psychologist?

A pain psychologist is a licensed mental health professional who specializes in helping patients manage chronic pain through psychological approaches. They use techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy, relaxation training, and biofeedback to help individuals cope with pain and improve their quality of life. Pain psychologists often work as part of a multidisciplinary pain management team, collaborating with physicians, physical therapists, and other specialists. Their goal is to address the emotional, behavioral, and psychological factors that can influence a person's experience of pain.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pain psychologist?

To thrive as a Pain Psychologist, you need an advanced degree in psychology (typically a PhD or PsyD), state licensure, and specialized training in chronic pain management and behavioral therapies. Familiarity with assessment tools, electronic health records, and evidence-based interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is essential. Excellent communication, empathy, and collaborative skills help build trust with patients and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for effectively addressing the complex psychological aspects of chronic pain and improving patient outcomes.

How does a pain psychologist typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals in managing patient care?

Pain Psychologists frequently work as part of multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with physicians, physical therapists, and occupational therapists to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients experiencing chronic pain. They contribute psychological assessments and interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, to address the emotional and behavioral aspects of pain. Regular team meetings and coordinated care ensure that each patient's treatment is holistic and tailored to their unique needs, making strong communication and teamwork skills essential in this role.
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Department of Anesthesia - Pain Psychologist

UCSF

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$121K - $319K/yr

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Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Department Of Anesthesia - Pain Psychologist

The UCSF Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care seeks a pain psychologist to join our faculty practice. This full-time faculty position is available at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

Pain psychology faculty will work at the UCSF Center for Pain Medicine, which operates under the auspices of the Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Care, Division of Pain Medicine.

The ideal candidate will have the following characteristics:

  • Passion about caring for patients with complex chronic pain
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary environment
  • Interest in working in an educational environment, with physician and non-physician trainees as part of the care team
  • Record of scholarship, such as demonstrated by published research, and interest in advancing the academic field of pain psychology
  • Interest in developing innovative new clinical care models

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to intake evaluations, assessments on appropriateness for neuromodulation, individual psychotherapy, and group psychotherapy for patients with pain.

Psychologists experienced in the treatment of adolescents and young adults with chronic pain are also encouraged to apply.

Our department philosophy is also aligned with UCSF campus leadership in the areas of recruiting, retaining, and celebrating individuals from a variety of life experiences, backgrounds, and points of view to better reflect the diversity of the population we serve in the San Francisco Bay Area. We further recognize that successfully recruiting people to join our team is not the end of the story. It is also critical that we provide an environment in which all individuals in our workforce and trainee programs experience a professional, supportive, collaborative, and open environment and can thrive.

The successful candidate must meet all the following qualifications by time of hire:

  • Doctoral degree (or equivalent) in Psychology or related field.
  • Completion of postdoctoral training in health psychology, with a preference for an APA-accredited clinical fellowship in pain psychology.
  • Licensed to practice in California.
  • Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $121,900 - $319,800. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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