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Position/Rank Palliative Care Psychologist
Department 00232 - General Internal Medicine
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin Upon Hire
Details
The University of Utah Palliative Care Services Program, within the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, invites applications for a psychologist position in our adult palliative care clinic located in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is a Clinical Attending faculty appointment on the adjunct track within the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah.
Since its establishment in 2006, our program has been dedicated to providing specialty palliative care for patients with a wide range of serious illnesses. We seek a psychologist who is passionate about delivering high-quality, interdisciplinary palliative care as part of a collaborative team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, and chaplains.
The psychologist will provide psychological assessment and evidence-based interventions for patients with serious illness and their families within an outpatient palliative care setting. The psychologist will collaborate closely with other interdisciplinary team members to address the psychological, emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial aspects of serious illness. Opportunities are available to participate in trainee education, program development, quality improvement initiatives, and scholarly activities consistent with the candidate’s interests and program needs.
Required Qualifications:
- PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited graduate program in clinical, counseling, or health psychology
- Licensure as a psychologist in the State of Utah
- At least one year of supervised clinical experience in psychotherapy, health psychology, behavioral medicine, or related clinical practice
- Demonstrated experience or training in working with patients with chronic, serious, or life-limiting medical conditions
- Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral internship
- Eligible for board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) and willing to obtain ABPP board certification within 3 years of appointment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in palliative care, oncology, hospice, or other medical settings
- Experience delivering evidence-based psychotherapies (e.g., CBT, ACT, meaning-centered therapy, supportive therapy) to individuals and families coping with illness, grief, and loss
- Experience conducting capacity assessments, behavioral health screenings, and psychosocial evaluations in medical populations
- Experience working within interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, social work, chaplaincy, etc.)
- Two or more years of post-licensure clinical experience, with interest in clinical supervision and the education of trainees
Why Join Us?
The Supportive and Palliative Care Services Program is committed to fostering an inclusive and stimulating academic environment. We offer a competitive compensation package and professional growth opportunities within a collegial and supportive workplace.
Salt Lake City offers an outstanding quality of life in a metropolitan area of 1.26 million residents. Nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the city provides unparalleled access to world-class outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and mountain biking. It boasts a thriving arts and cultural scene with theater, music, and professional sports. More information about life in Utah can be found at https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/living-in-utah.
Please apply online including a CV and letter of interest here: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211464.
Inquires may be sent to:
Cari Low, MD, FACP, c/o Enrique Gonzalez at enrique.gonzalez@hsc.utah.edu.
University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Please submit CV with mm/yyyy format for start/end dates.
Open Date 10/27/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04169F
Type Faculty
Position Information
Position/Rank Palliative Care Psychologist
Department 00232 - General Internal Medicine
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Non Tenure Track
New Position to Begin Upon Hire
Details
The University of Utah Palliative Care Services Program, within the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, invites applications for a psychologist position in our adult palliative care clinic located in Salt Lake City, Utah. This is a Clinical Attending faculty appointment on the adjunct track within the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah.
Since its establishment in 2006, our program has been dedicated to providing specialty palliative care for patients with a wide range of serious illnesses. We seek a psychologist who is passionate about delivering high-quality, interdisciplinary palliative care as part of a collaborative team that includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, and chaplains.
The psychologist will provide psychological assessment and evidence-based interventions for patients with serious illness and their families within an outpatient palliative care setting. The psychologist will collaborate closely with other interdisciplinary team members to address the psychological, emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial aspects of serious illness. Opportunities are available to participate in trainee education, program development, quality improvement initiatives, and scholarly activities consistent with the candidate’s interests and program needs.
Required Qualifications:
- PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited graduate program in clinical, counseling, or health psychology
- Licensure as a psychologist in the State of Utah
- At least one year of supervised clinical experience in psychotherapy, health psychology, behavioral medicine, or related clinical practice
- Demonstrated experience or training in working with patients with chronic, serious, or life-limiting medical conditions
- Completion of an APA-accredited doctoral internship
- Eligible for board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) and willing to obtain ABPP board certification within 3 years of appointment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in palliative care, oncology, hospice, or other medical settings
- Experience delivering evidence-based psychotherapies (e.g., CBT, ACT, meaning-centered therapy, supportive therapy) to individuals and families coping with illness, grief, and loss
- Experience conducting capacity assessments, behavioral health screenings, and psychosocial evaluations in medical populations
- Experience working within interdisciplinary teams (physicians, nurses, social work, chaplaincy, etc.)
- Two or more years of post-licensure clinical experience, with interest in clinical supervision and the education of trainees
Why Join Us?
The Supportive and Palliative Care Services Program is committed to fostering an inclusive and stimulating academic environment. We offer a competitive compensation package and professional growth opportunities within a collegial and supportive workplace.
Salt Lake City offers an outstanding quality of life in a metropolitan area of 1.26 million residents. Nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the city provides unparalleled access to world-class outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and mountain biking. It boasts a thriving arts and cultural scene with theater, music, and professional sports. More information about life in Utah can be found at https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/living-in-utah.
Please apply online including a CV and letter of interest here: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/211464.
Inquires may be sent to:
Cari Low, MD, FACP, c/o Enrique Gonzalez at enrique.gonzalez@hsc.utah.edu.
University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient-focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Please submit CV with mm/yyyy format for start/end dates.
Open Date 10/27/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04169F
Type Faculty
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
Verify your credentials meet EB-2 requirements
An MSN or DNP with a current NP license and national board certification in palliative care strengthens an EB-2 advanced-degree filing. USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree is directly related to the specialty occupation, so gather transcripts and license documentation early.
Target hospice and health systems with PERM history
Large hospice organizations, academic medical centers, and VA facilities file PERM applications regularly for NP roles. Check DOL's OFLC disclosure data to confirm a prospective employer has certified palliative care positions before investing time in their application process.
Clarify sponsorship scope during the offer stage
Not every employer who posts a palliative care NP role has navigated PERM before. Ask directly whether their HR team has a process for I-140 filing and adjustment of status, not just temporary H-1B visa transfers, before accepting an offer.
Understand the prevailing wage before your interview
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up your position before negotiations so you can confirm any offer meets the legal threshold for a compliant filing.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by palliative care NP roles where employers have active EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified PERM filing records, so you spend less time cold-applying to organizations without green card infrastructure.
Account for PERM recruitment timelines in your planning
The PERM process requires your employer to complete a supervised DOL recruitment period before certifying that no qualified U.S. workers are available. Plan for six to twelve months from job offer to certified PERM application, separate from subsequent USCIS adjudication time.
Green Card Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Palliative Care NP positions typically qualify under EB-2 when the employer requires a master's degree in nursing and the role meets specialty occupation standards. If the posted minimum is a bachelor's degree with licensure, EB-3 skilled worker is the more appropriate category. Your employer's HR team and immigration counsel determine which category applies based on how the position is defined internally.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B for this role?
PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a time-limited status requiring periodic renewal. Unlike the H-1B, the EB-3 category has no annual lottery and, for many countries outside India and China, priority dates are current or close to current. The trade-off is process length: PERM plus I-140 adjudication can take one to two years before you file for adjustment of status, compared to a faster H-1B change of status.
Which employers commonly sponsor Palliative Care Nurse Practitioners for green cards?
Academic medical centers, large regional hospital systems, hospice networks operating across multiple states, and VA medical facilities are the most consistent EB-2 and EB-3 filers for advanced practice nursing roles. These organizations have in-house immigration teams or retained counsel familiar with the PERM recruitment requirements specific to clinical NP positions.
How can I find Palliative Care NP jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter palliative care NP roles by employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're targeting organizations that have completed the process before rather than ones encountering it for the first time. This significantly reduces the risk of an employer withdrawing sponsorship mid-process due to unfamiliarity with DOL and USCIS requirements.
Can my employer start PERM while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, concurrent status does not prevent your employer from initiating PERM. Many Palliative Care NPs on H-1B use AC21 portability provisions to switch to a substantially similar green card-sponsored role once the I-140 has been approved for 180 days. Starting PERM early while maintaining valid H-1B status is the standard path for NPs already working in the U.S.