Child Development Psychologist, Ph.D. Psy.D

Overview

Pediatric/Clinical Psychologist Temple

Baylor Scott & White Health McLane Children's Medical Center in Central Texas is looking for a pediatric psychologist with expertise in autism and developmental disabilities to join our team within the section of Child Development. The primary focus of the position is diagnostic evaluation and assessment of children with autism, learning and behavioral difficulties. There is also an opportunity to provide evidence-based treatment.

Applicants must have a PhD or PsyD in clinical child or pediatric psychology from an APA accredited graduate doctoral program and have completed an APA accredited internship in clinical child or pediatric psychology. Formal postdoctoral fellowship training in autism or related area of specialization is preferred.

• Perform comprehensive evaluations for autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and learning disabilities
• Proficiency with a wide range of psychological tests (e.g. ADOS-2 Modules 1-4, CARS-2, WPPSI-IV, WISC-V, WIAT-4)
• Ability to collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including developmental pediatricians, speech therapists, and occupational therapists
• Texas license to practice psychology issued by the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists or license eligible in Texas
• Preference for candidates with Board Certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) or whose professional trajectory includes board certification when eligible

Our five-story McLane Children’s Specialty Clinic is located next to our free-standing Children’s Hospital. The hospital features include 115 patient beds: 48 private medical/surgical rooms, 16 private Pediatric ICU rooms and a 24-hour, level II pediatric emergency department and verified trauma center equipped to deal with the most serious pediatric trauma cases. A level IV, 51 bed Neonatal ICU is located nearby on the main BSWMC, Temple campus.

Central Texas, commonly known as the Texas Hill Country, is known for its rolling hills, fine wine, and authentic cuisine. The region includes large metropolitan cities like San Antonio and Austin and seven world-class colleges and universities. Central Texas offers economic opportunity, no state income tax, and a cost of living lower than the national average. It is a great place to call home with a balance of small-town charm and urban access.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1
• Note:
  
  Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

Belonging Statement:
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

• Doctoral degree in Child Clinical, Pediatric Psychology, or School Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited or CPA-accredited program.
  
  Note:
  
  requires completion of a pediatric-oriented pre-doctoral internship that is APA- or CPA-accredited, or substantially equivalent (e.g., APPIC member program).
• Texas license to practice Psychology issued by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP), or license-eligible in Texas.
  
  Note:
  
  requires one year of postdoctoral supervised training (1,750 hours), preferably from an APA-accredited Postdoctoral Fellowship Program in Child Clinical or Pediatric Psychology or an APPIC-member program.
• Preference given to candidates who are Board-certified in Child Clinical or Pediatric Psychology through the ABPP, or whose trajectory includes board certification when eligible.