Pediatric Psychologist, Neurology

Regular

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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and Emory University School of Medicine are actively seeking a pediatric psychologist to join our center. This position will be primarily outpatient and will work closely with our neurology team to treat patients diagnosed with epilepsy, PNES, and neuropsychiatric conditions. There also will be opportunity to accept referrals from other medical subspecialties within our hospital system, providing consultation, assessment, and behavioral health interventions related to coping/adjustment, physical symptom management, adherence, comorbid mood and anxiety symptoms, and other behavioral health concerns impacting care and quality of life for youth with chronic health conditions and behavioral health needs.

Outpatient services will occur in co-located and integrated care clinics in addition to the psychologist maintaining a case load of outpatients receiving individual behavioral health treatment.

This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience.

This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. Additionally, applicants must have expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines.

Children's strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.

Oversees and develops assessments and/or treatments for specialty pediatric population. Assists with translation of findings into therapeutic approaches which can be utilized by a transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary team. May supervise students/fellows, pre-doctoral interns, and/or postdoctoral fellows. Cooperates and collaborates with parents, caretakers, and other professionals to meet the total needs of the patient and family. Counsels and educates families. Assists with the coordination of a clinical database and promotes research.

• Four years of experience in direct assessment and care of pediatric patients in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting
• Experience in conducting clinical supervision

• Experience in providing family therapy/counseling
• Experience in writing and research

• Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Psychology

• Georgia licensed psychologist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

• Proficient in neuropsychological and/or psychological assessments and/or treatments of children, adolescents, and young adults

• Provides effective delivery of services (e.g., psychological assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment.
• Integrates infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and…