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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGISTS
In the Navy Medical Service Corps, you can step into a mental health
environment defined by state-of-the-art facilities, progressive thinking and application of the latest techniques. Find
fulfillment helping people who face some of life’s greatest challenges. And approach psychology from a truly unique
perspective. Here you can:
- Earn excellent compensation among a
renowned team of health-care experts
- Operate with the advantage of having
ample resources and support
- Work in exciting locations across the
U.S. or around the globe
- Receive unrivaled clinical care
experience along with Navy-funded advanced training
- Distinguish yourself with pride and
respect as a psychologist and a Navy Officer
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a Clinical Psychologist in the Medical Service Corps, you will
care for Active Duty and retired servicemembers and their families in a wide variety of settings. As
part of a dedicated group of approximately 130 fellow Navy Clinical Psychologists, your responsibilities could
include:
- Caring for patients in military hospitals
and clinics in the U.S. or overseas
- Offering inpatient care, outpatient care
and substance abuse programs
- Working aboard aircraft carriers or
assisting Special Operations units (such as the Navy SEALs)
- Serving on the faculty at the Naval
Academy or with White House personnel
- Supervising training at one of the
Navy’s APA-accredited internship programs
- Pursuing outstanding continued
education programs and fellowship opportunities at prestigious universities, broadening your expertise in areas such as
pediatrics and neuropsychology
In this position, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to gain experience not available to
civilian psychologists.
FINANCIAL OFFERS
Wherever you are in your clinical care career, the Navy can help you reach your goals
with financial assistance and continued education programs.
As a Clinical Psychology student: Receive 100% tuition assistance
while completing an eligible Clinical Psychology education program plus a monthly stipend of $1,992 to help cover living
expenses for up to 36 months.
If you’re currently a practicing professional: Get up to $80,000* in
graduate school loan repayment assistance by applying to receive $40,000 each year for up to two years. And take
advantage of available postgraduate training options.
Contact a Navy Medical Officer Recruiter for complete offer
details.
*Offer depends on specialty
and Navy service requirement.
BENEFITS
As a full-time Navy Medical Service Corps Officer, you can look forward to
excellent benefits that include:
- A competitive salary and
supplemental pay
- Scheduled pay raises and regular
promotions
- Advanced training funded by the
Navy
- Comprehensive medical and dental
coverage (includes family)
- Generous retirement income plus a
401(k)-like savings plan
- 30 days of vacation with pay earned
every year
- Tax-free allowances for housing,
meals and shopping (at military stores)
- Free or low-cost world travel
opportunities
- Access to military clubs
worldwide
- And much more
All this – with the pride, purpose and satisfaction of serving your country. While gaining
experience that’s highly sought after in the world of civilian clinical care. And while enjoying ample time to devote to your
career, your family and personal pursuits.
QUALIFICATIONS
To qualify for an Active Duty Clinical Psychology position in the
Navy Medical Service Corps, you must:
- Be a U.S. citizen or a foreign citizen
licensed to practice in the U.S. (contact a Navy Medical Officer Recruiter for details)
- Have completed an APA-accredited
doctoral program (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in clinical or counseling psychology
- Have completed an APA-accredited
internship (waivers may be available on a case-by-case basis)
- Possess a current state license
- Be willing to serve a minimum of three
years of Active Duty
- Be between the ages of 18 and
41
- Be in good physical condition and
pass a full medical examination
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