Primary Care Psychologist Temple Downtown (PhD or PsyD)

Position Summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a licensed Psychologist to join our Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) team at the Temple Downtown clinic. This role supports a primary care setting by delivering evidence-based behavioral health services focused on whole-person care.

The Psychologist will work collaboratively with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals to deliver brief, solution-focused interventions in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

About the Role

The ideal candidate is a strong team player with a favorable work and training history who is committed to quality, collaboration, and patient-centered care. This position emphasizes behavioral health support within primary care, including real-time consultation, brief interventions, and population-focused care strategies.

Joining Baylor Scott & White Health offers the opportunity to practice within a physician-led organization that values excellence, innovation, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Provide individual and family therapy, including warm hand-offs from primary care providers.
• Deliver brief, evidence-based assessments and interventions for mental health, behavioral, and psychosocial concerns (e.g., depression, anxiety, chronic disease management, substance use, sleep concerns).
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis interventions as clinically indicated.
• Address behavioral and lifestyle factors impacting physical health conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, obesity, smoking cessation).

Collaboration with Care Team

• Partner with primary care providers to support coordinated treatment planning.
• Provide consultation and recommendations regarding psychosocial concerns impacting patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to support continuity and quality of care.

Patient Education and Advocacy

• Provide psychoeducation to patients and families related to mental health, stress management, and coping strategies.
• Facilitate referrals to specialty behavioral health or community resources when appropriate.

Program Development and Quality Improvement

• Contribute to the development and refinement of clinical workflows and care protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement and population health initiatives related to behavioral health services.

Benefits

Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and lifestyle benefits; eligibility begins on day one
• Retirement Plans:
  • 401(k) and 403(b) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
  • 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution
  • Vesting after three years of service
• CME: Up to 15 workdays and $4,250 annually
• Malpractice Coverage: Occurrence-based policy
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal time, holidays, and sick time
• Relocation Assistance: Available; terms apply

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Ability to function efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

Work Environment

• Full-time position in an outpatient primary care clinic
• Combination of in-person and telehealth services may be required
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education in primary care behavioral health

Qualifications

Required

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in psychology (APA-accredited program preferred)
• Active licensure as a psychologist in the state of Texas through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP).

Preferred

• Experience working in primary care or medical settings
• Competence in brief, evidence-based treatment models (e.g., CBT, ACT, MI)

How to Apply

Interested candidates may submit their CV or inquiries to:

Curtis Smart, MPH
Senior Physician Recruiter

Curtis.Smart@BSWHealth.org