PSYCHOLOGY POSTDOCTORAL TRAINING POSITIONS IN CHRONIC PAIN
JAMES A. HALEY VETERANS' HOSPITAL
TAMPA, FLORIDA
2006-2007

The Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program (CPRP) at the James A. Haley
Veterans Affairs Hospital in Tampa, Florida, anticipates the
availability of one or more postdoctoral training positions in
clinical psychology focusing on chronic pain management. The CPRP is a
CARF- accredited program that utilizes a cognitive-behavioral approach
to chronic pain management. The CPRP has been recognized as both
a "Clinical Program of Excellence" and as the première pain practice
site in the VA healthcare system. In 2004 the CPRP received the
prestigious Secretary of the VA's Olin E. Teague Award for sustained
excellence in the rehabilitation of war-injured veterans, one of only
23 such awards granted in the history of the VA. In April of 2007 we
were also designated as a Clinical Center of Excellence by the
American Pain Society, one of only six such designations nationwide.
We are now expanding the scope of our services and have implemented
several model programs for treating pain among personnel returning
from Iraq and Afghanistan.

The James A. Haley Veterans Affairs Hospital is affiliated with the
University of South Florida College of Medicine, and the incumbent
will have access to university resources. The postdoctoral positions
involve both research and clinical activities within the
interdisciplinary, inpatient pain treatment unit and several
outpatient pain clinics or programs. Clinical activities include
screening and intake assessment, treatment planning, compliance
monitoring, and psychoeducational lectures. Research responsibilities
include assisting CPRP psychologists in conducting and developing
programs of pain research. Publication and presentation opportunities
are available. In addition to training in pain management
interventions, the incumbents will have the opportunity to participate
in a variety of advanced training seminars depending on interest.
Topics include neuropsychological assessment, advanced applied
statistics, research design and methodology, and rehabilitation
psychology, among others. Licensed clinical psychologists will
supervise all activities, and it is expected that postdoctoral
licensure candidates will obtain sufficient supervised clinical hours
to meet Florida Board of Psychology requirements in one year.

Requirements: Applicants must be US citizens and should have a strong
knowledge of the principles and ethics of scientific inquiry,
experimental design, and advanced statistical principles as applied to
the behavioral sciences. Evidence of past research experience is
highly desirable. Clinical experiences should include practica with
assessment and treatment components, and candidates must complete an
APA-approved pre-doctoral internship prior to the appointment date.
Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree in Psychology
through an institution accredited by the American Psychological
Association should be anticipated before or soon after the appointment
date. Candidates who have fulfilled all requirements for a Ph.D. in
Clinical Psychology from a scientist-practitioner model program and
have experience and training in Health Psychology are preferred.
Applicants should possess strong interpersonal and organizational
skills, and they must be able to communicate in a sensitive manner
with interdisciplinary treatment team members, program participants,
and family members from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
Starting Dates and Duration: Starting dates for the appointments
typically are flexible, and could be as late as November, 2007. The
appointment is for 12 months, but may be extended for highly
successful and interested incumbents.

Salary: Salary for 2007 will range from $43,731 (GS-9/1) to $52,912
(GS-11/1) depending on experience, degree status, other credentials,
and the position occupied. Sick leave, vacation time, health
insurance, and other benefits are available.

Applications: Applications for the anticipated positions will be
accepted continuously until positions are filled.

To apply candidates should submit the following:

1. a letter requesting consideration for the position
2. a current curriculum vitae
3. three reference letters
4. a graduate school transcript

Additional information about the Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program
at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital is available on our website:
www.vachronicpain.org

Inquiries and applications should be directed to:

Michael E. Clark, Ph.D.
Clinical Director, Pain Program (2CWR)
James A. Haley VA Hospital
13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd
Tampa, FL 33612
Phone: (813) 972-2000, ext.7484
FAX: (813) 978-5867
E-mail: Michael.Clark8@...

or

Ronald J. Gironda, Ph.D.
Psychology Service (116b)
James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital
13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33612
Phone: (813) 972-2000, x4363
FAX: (813) 903-4847
E-mail: Ronald.Gironda@...

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