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Behavioral Psychologist

University Orthopedic Care
place Fort Myers, 33912
local_atm $100,000 - $150,000 a year
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Trauma
Meditation/Mindfulness
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Residential Treatment Facilities (RTC)

About Job

Job Description
Join Our Team as a Full-Time Behavioral Psychologist Specializing in TBI & Concussion Recovery – Fort Myers, FL

Are you a licensed psychologist with a passion for helping patients recover from traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and concussions? We’re looking for a dedicated clinician to join our collaborative, patient-centered team in Fort Myers, Florida. This full-time position offers a hybrid schedule, allowing you to provide care both in-person and via telehealth, with flexibility, autonomy, and a deeply rewarding clinical focus.

Position Highlights:

  • Competitive Pay: $100,000 - $150,000 per year, based on experience and clinical expertise
  • Full-Time, Hybrid Role: Provide services both onsite and remotely for patient convenience
  • Specialized Caseload: Focus exclusively on patients recovering from TBI and concussion
  • Flexible Scheduling: Set your own weekday schedule—no evenings or weekends
  • Interdisciplinary Support: Collaborate closely with physical therapists, neurologists, and other specialists
  • CEU Allowance: Ongoing support for professional development and continuing education
  • Telehealth Tech Provided: Easy-to-use, secure platforms for delivering high-quality remote care

Your Impact:
This role centers around supporting patients with:

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Concussion and post-concussion syndrome
  • Cognitive impairments due to head trauma
  • Mood and behavioral changes associated with neurological recovery

You will play a key role in guiding patients through the psychological and cognitive challenges of brain injury recovery—helping them regain confidence, function, and stability.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct psychological assessments focused on cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning post-injury
  • Deliver evidence-based therapy (e.g., CBT, ACT, mindfulness) tailored to concussion and TBI recovery
  • Develop personalized treatment plans addressing memory, executive function, and emotional regulation
  • Support patients and families through education, psychoeducation, and adjustment counseling
  • Participate in collaborative care planning with rehab providers and medical staff
  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an accredited program
  • Active Florida license (or license-eligible) to practice as a psychologist
  • Experience working with TBI and/or concussion populations preferred
  • Strong understanding of neurocognitive rehabilitation and trauma-informed care
  • Comfortable using telehealth and in-person modalities

Why Fort Myers?

  • Year-round sunshine and coastal beauty
  • A growing healthcare and rehab community
  • Access to outdoor recreation, beaches, and vibrant local life
  • No state income tax and a lower cost of living compared to major metro areas

Apply Today
If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of patients recovering from brain injuries, this is your opportunity. Join a team that values clinical excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful patient care.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000 – $150,000 per year

Benefits:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Administrative and telehealth support

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • 8-hour shifts
  • No weekends

Work Location: Hybrid (In person in Fort Myers, FL + Telehealth)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Myers, FL 33919

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Issues

Trauma

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

Meditation/Mindfulness

Practice Specifics

Settings

Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Residential Treatment Facilities (RTC)
Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Telehealth/Telemedicine
Home Health/In-home