Mental Health Staff Therapist - W2- California (Medicaid Enrolled)

Summary of Position

Teladoc Health is seeking CA licensed, Medicaid enrolled, mental health therapists to provide care to our patients as a full time employee that works remotely.

Working as part of a care team, the Staff Therapist provides virtual patient care via video and telephonic appointments. This role contributes to shaping the evolution of virtual care as an industry standard to make mental health care accessible, affordable, and effective for all. Must have the ability to work in a fully independent, unsupervised capacity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult and adolescent mental health patients.
• Work with a healthcare team to provide patients outpatient tele-mental health therapy services virtually via video and phone communication channels, within the standard of care for telehealth therapy patients.
• Be accessible to the Care Team to solve problems and keep the entire panel well cared for in a timely manner.
• Analyze, generate and/or maintain a variety of clinical records and reports, test results, medical records, and assessments to diagnose the mental health condition of patients and propose treatment options.
• Interview patients to learn and assess their needs as well as develop appropriate response plans.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, meetings with directors and other similar activities as deemed appropriate by leadership.
• Consistently meet or exceed clinical quality and patient care standards, including adhering to department policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely completion of medical records.
• Demonstrate familiarity with the full range of Teladoc Health services including medical second opinion, treatment decision support, virtual primary care, tele-dermatology and other service offerings.
• Support the Medical Director and product team in the development of new products and services, as needed.
• Collaborate within the context of multi-disciplinary medical-model teams.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No

Qualifications Expected for Position

• Demonstrated passion regarding the delivery of high-quality mental health care.
• Ability to provide individual and family therapy preferred.
• Strong working knowledge and background in psychotherapy.
• Excellent communication, planning and conflict resolution skills.
• Attention to detail and timely presentation to patient appointments imperative.
• Willingness to serve as evangelist regarding the evolution of virtual care.
• Willingness to become licensed in additional states as required and funded by the Company.

The above qualifications, knowledge, experience, and/or background are expected but not required for this role.

The qualifications and/or certifications listed below are mandatory for this role. License certifications must be actively maintained.

• Minimum 3+ years of non-supervised independent practice experience in a clinical setting assessing, diagnosing, and preparing patient treatment plans.
• Must have the following educational requirements:
• Master’s degree or higher in social work from a graduate school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Successful completion of training hours under the supervision of a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) (as applicable by state for independent practice) in an established and reputed clinical setting.
• Certification as a LCSW, LPCC, LMFT (as applicable by state for independent practice)
• Current licensure for independent clinical practice in California
• Enrolled in Medicaid
• Experience with empirically supported psychotherapy for PTSD, as well as depressive and anxiety disorders preferred.

Work Environment

? Office ? Remote ? Hybrid (Office & Remote)

Travel – 0-10%

Travel percentage reflects an estimate and is subject to change dependent on business needs.

Why join Teladoc Health?

Staff Clinicians are offered a competitive compensation package and annual performance bonus.

We Provide you with work equipment as a full-time clinician.

Annual Benefit Offer:

• 192 PTO (Paid Time Off) hours, 80 Safe, Sick and Caregiver Hours.
• 401k, match up to 4% after 1 year of employment.
• Malpractice coverage.
• Full panel of medical benefits.
• Access to Teladoc Virtual Care for you and your dependents.
• Yearly CE (Continuing Education) Credit.

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Growth and Innovation: Teladoc Health is the largest and oldest telehealth company since 2002. We have already made healthcare yet remain on the threshold of very big things. Come grow with us and support our mission to make a tangible difference in the lives of our members.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Teladoc Health we believe that personal and professional diversity is the key to innovation. We hire based solely on your strengths and qualifications and how they can directly contribute to your success in your new position.

Focus on PEOPLE: Teladoc Health has been recognized as a top employer by numerous media and professional organizations. Talented, passionate individuals make the difference, in this fast-moving, collaborative, and inspiring environment.

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