Psychologist Jobs in California
Psychologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across healthcare systems, school districts, correctional facilities, and community mental health centers, and openings at every level from postdoctoral associate through senior licensed clinician. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, with major employers such as Kaiser Permanente, UCLA Health, and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation maintaining consistent psychologist workforces. Clinical, neuropsychology, and school psychology are the specialties drawing the most sustained interest from California hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Mesa Vista Hospital
- Day
- Regular
Hours:
Shift Start Time:
VariableShift End Time:
VariableAWS Hours Requirement:
8/40 - 8 Hour ShiftAdditional Shift Information:
Weekend Requirements:
No WeekendsOn-Call Required:
NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):
$57.740 - $74.490 - $83.440
The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.
What You Will Do
Evaluates, plans, directs and administers Psychology services. Assists patients in reaching their maximum performance and level of functioning. Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department, and participates in CQI activities.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Or
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from an APA accredited college or university.
- 1 Year experience in a clinical psychology setting.
- AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
- California Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) - CA Board of Psychology -REQUIRED
Essential Functions
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Documentation
Documentation is completed in a timely, complete, legible, concise and accurate manner.
Documentation follows Sharp HealthCare guidelines, professional guidelines, and meets third-party payor and regulatory requirements.
Maintains records pertinent to departmental operations.
Completes all documentation elements as appropriate (Interdisciplinary Plan of Care, Education record, billing, discharge plan, and others). -
Patient care
Performs an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provides and reassesses as per policy.
Assesses patient pain that interferes with optimal level of function or participation in rehabilitation; and provides intervention. (Rehab Dept Only) -
Treatment plans
Designs, implements and evaluates treatment effect, recommending changes to physician as needed.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates knowledge and safe use of modalities, equipment and therapeutic procedures.
Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Completes development plan and performance is satisfactory.
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.); Doctor of Psychology (PsyD); California Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) - CA Board of Psychology
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Psychologist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health29

- Kaiser Permanente23

- California Correctional Health Care Services11

- Rula7

- Little Scholars Services6

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services17
- Education8
- Government & Public Sector3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Science & Research1
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in psychologist jobs across California.
- Active California license as a Psychologist issued by the California Board of Psychology
- Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD, PsyD, or EdD) from an accredited program
- Completion of a supervised postdoctoral fellowship meeting California Board of Psychology requirements
- Experience conducting psychological assessments, diagnostics, and evidence-based treatment
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in California clinical settings
- Strong written communication skills for clinical documentation and psychological report writing
Psychologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a psychologist in California?
To become a licensed psychologist in California, you must earn a doctoral degree in psychology from a regionally accredited program, complete a supervised predoctoral internship, and then fulfill a postdoctoral supervised experience requirement recognized by the California Board of Psychology. After meeting those hours, you apply to the California Board of Psychology, pass the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, and pass the California Psychology Law and Ethics Examination before receiving your license.
Which companies hire psychologists in California?
Employers hiring psychologists in California right now include LifeStance Health, Kaiser Permanente, and California Correctional Health Care Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large integrated health systems, county behavioral health departments, and the state prison and juvenile justice systems are among the most consistent sources of full-time psychologist positions across the state.
Which California cities have the most psychologist jobs?
San Diego, San Francisco, and Los Angeles have the most psychologist openings in California. Los Angeles leads because of its concentration of major hospital systems, county mental health services, and research universities, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from large academic medical centers, Veterans Affairs facilities, and robust outpatient behavioral health sectors that generate steady hiring volume.
Are there remote psychologist jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telepsychology became widely accepted and reimbursable in California following its integration into standard practice. About 65% of psychologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting ongoing telehealth infrastructure investment by California health plans and community mental health organizations. Therapy and outpatient assessment roles are the most likely to be offered remotely, while neuropsychological testing and forensic evaluation positions typically remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a psychologist in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a postdoctoral fellowship, which California employers expect and which counts toward your supervised hours for licensure. County departments of mental health across Los Angeles, Alameda, and Sacramento counties regularly post postdoctoral associate and psychological assistant roles for new graduates. Holding a registered psychological assistant registration with the California Board of Psychology while completing your hours signals readiness to employers and allows you to practice under supervision, making it the credential that gives early-career candidates the clearest advantage.
Where can I find and apply to psychologist jobs in California?
You can find and apply to psychologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your specialty and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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