Psychologist
Location: Stockton, CA
Start Date: 01-19-2026
End Date: 02-28-2027
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day); or Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day); or Wednesday-Sunday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $48 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and mental health evaluations for patients
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote recovery and safety
- Provide individual and group therapy informed by evidence-based practices
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, nurses, and other care team members to coordinate patient care
- Document clinical findings, progress notes, and treatment plans accurately and timely in the patient record
- Participate in treatment team meetings and contribute to discharge planning to ensure continuity of care
- Respond to crises and provide appropriate interventions to maintain a therapeutic environment
Qualifications
- Valid California PSY or PSYL license required or eligible to practice as a Psychologist in California
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) preferred
- Experience working with adult psychiatric or forensic populations is highly valued
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
- Ability to pass required background checks and facility onboarding requirements
- Excellent interpersonal and documentation skills
Education
- Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) preferred; master's-level clinicians with appropriate licensure may be considered based on facility requirements
Knowledge & Skills
- Clinical assessment and diagnostic formulation
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Individual and group psychotherapy modalities
- Behavioral health treatment planning and progress measurement
- Familiarity with psychiatric hospital workflows and safety protocols
- Clear written and verbal communication with patients and interdisciplinary teams
- Competency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
Benefits
- Competitive pay and guaranteed 40 hours per week to keep your work-life balance intact
- Generous paid time off so you can recharge and stay resilient
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you maintain your credentials
- Referral bonus program because great teammates deserve recognition
- A supportive multidisciplinary team that values your clinical voice
- Professional development opportunities to grow your clinical skills
- Flexible scheduling options within the available shift patterns
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Psychologist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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