Primary Care Registered Psychologist
Calgary West Central Primary Care Network
Posted: 10/21/2026
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Posted: 10/15/2026Primary Care Registered Psychologist
Calgary West Central Primary Care NetworkCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in providing comprehensive mental health treatment in a primary care setting, utilizing digital health technologies for patient care and assessment. Proficient in crisis management and collaboration within an interprofessional healthcare team to address diverse mental health concerns.
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Master’s Degree In PsychologyRegistration With College Of Alberta PsychologistsDigital Health Technologies ExperienceCrisis Management And InterventionClinical Experience In Primary Care
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide comprehensive, quality mental health treatment to patients in a primary care setting
- Participate as a member of an interprofessional healthcare team supporting the Patient’s Medical Home model
- Address mental health concerns through early identification, quick resolution, long-term prevention, and health promotion
- Intake physician referrals for patient assessment
- Provide short-term patient care through 30- to 50-minute consultations
- Deliver care through digital health technologies, including telephone and video
- Screen patients for risk to self and others
- Provide crisis management, intervention, and planning
- Collaborate with physicians and allied health professionals to provide comprehensive care
- Support patients presenting with depression, anxiety, stress, stress-somatization responses, sleep disturbances, chronic pain, chronic disease self-management needs, occupational problems, relationship difficulties, bereavement, substance abuse, and elderly/caregiver needs
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s level degree in psychology from an accredited university, recognized as sufficient for registration with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP)
- Registration and membership with the College of Alberta Psychologists (CAP) in good standing, with full registration required by the start date
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience providing care through digital health technologies, such as telephone and video
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience independently assessing patients with mental health conditions to determine care and treatment options
- Proficiency in computers, Microsoft Office Suite, and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
- Experience in and/or willingness to learn platforms such as Pomelo and digital health
- Clear Criminal Background check with Vulnerable Sector check required to start
- Must be located within the Calgary Zone or surrounding area
- Additional certifications in mental health and chronic disease management are an asset
- Professional education related to quality improvement in the workplace and on teams is an asset
- 2–4 years’ clinical experience in a primary care setting is an asset
- Previous experience in patient teaching and successful quality improvement initiatives is an asset
Benefits
Comp & perks- Employer-paid premiums for health and dental benefits
- Health spending/wellness account
- Eligibility to contribute to group RRSP plan and receive an employer match
- Flexible working options
- Generous vacation and personal time off allowances
- Education days
- Professional development opportunities
- Physically, emotionally, and psychologically safe and supportive work environment
- Workplace accommodations available upon request
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Hard Skills
Patient AssessmentMental Health TreatmentCrisis InterventionQuality ImprovementPatient TeachingChronic Disease ManagementElectronic Medical Records (EMR)Microsoft Office SuiteTelehealth ConsultationsRisk Screening
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationEmpathyProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills
Tools & Technologies
PomeloDigital Health PlatformsTelephone ConsultationVideo Consultation
Certifications & Qualifications
Clear Criminal Background CheckVulnerable Sector Check
Industry Keywords
Mental HealthPrimary CarePatient’s Medical Home ModelInterprofessional Healthcare TeamChronic PainSubstance AbuseDepressionAnxietyStress ManagementElderly Care