Physical Therapist, PT
E-Therapy
Gut-Brain Therapist
Wix
part-time
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Location: California • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $50 - $80 per hour
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Implement SideBy Care’s Gut-Brain therapy program, as part of an integrated team, to help clients with functional GI disorders/Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBI) to reduce their symptoms by adjusting their attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors, and develop new coping strategies to manage stress
- Apply gut-directed psychotherapy interventions (primarily CBT and ACT) and other therapeutic interventions as needed via telehealth appointments according to SideBy Care’s GI-specific protocols
- Assess client eligibility for SideBy Care program participation given its unique holistic approach and virtual delivery model
- Collaborate with medical providers, GI-focused dietitians, and company leadership to build and maintain a cohesive, client-focused environment
- At times, provide education related to the provision of gut-brain interventions to partnered medical providers, client support groups, and community education forums when applicable
- Assist in creating client education materials
- Maintain clinical knowledge in an evolving healthcare environment
- Document appropriately and in a timely manner in SideBy Care’s electronic medical record (EMR) system
- Serve as a strong client advocate and a role model for quality client care
- Engage in continuous education for functional GI disorders/DGBI to stay informed about the latest treatment modalities
- Identify and suggest opportunities for improvement that ensure client safety and quality outcomes
- Prioritize flexibility in your “virtual clinic” schedule to maximize client access to appointments, collaborate with other care team members, and meet productivity targets
Requirements
- Masters degree in Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution (required)
- Current provisional or full mental health license in California
- Must have an NPI
- CAQH Login (preferred)
- 3+ years experience in the direct delivery of evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, etc.)
- Applicants without direct experience in providing gut-brain therapies may be considered if they have strong skills in applying CBT and/or ACT protocols for other medical conditions and a very strong understanding of the gut-brain connection
- 1+ years experience in the direct delivery of somatic and/or gut-brain specific therapies to functional GI/DGBI clients (preferred)
- Knowledge of key psychological diagnostic and therapeutic principles, practices, and techniques
- Strong understanding of the GI system, gut-brain connection, and basic knowledge of the primary treatments for functional GI disorders/DGBI
- Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and licensing requirements, including documentation standards, coding, billing and use of medical terminology
- Proficient in Google Suite/Workspace, at least one electronic medical record (EMR) system, Zoom (or a comparable remote platform for telehealth), and Slack
- Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and compassionately with clients, medical providers, and team members
- Maintains strict confidentiality of personnel, fiscal, and private health information
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with rapidly changing client care needs
- Comfort in working with medical professionals
