PHD/PsyD - Neuropsychologist

Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center•Hershey, PA

59d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Neurosurgery at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a full-time dedicated Neuropsychologist to join our multidisciplinary Neurosurgery team in Hershey, PA. The ideal candidate will have the ability to provide specialized neuropsychological assessment and consultation for adult and geriatric patients undergoing neurosurgical evaluation and treatment. This role is integral to optimizing patient outcomes through cognitive assessment, surgical candidacy evaluations, and post-operative care planning and follow-up. The Penn State Department of Neurosurgery consists of seven clinical divisions covering all the major subspecialty areas of neurosurgery and is the only academic neurosurgical practice in South Central PA. This is a full-time position with an academic appointment to Penn State University commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care, a desire to pursue cutting-edge research, and a passion for education. The ability to work collaboratively is essential. Position Highlights This role offers the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations and conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for patients with brain tumors, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, movement disorders, and other neurosurgical conditions In this position the candidate will collaborate with other neuropsychologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, and social workers to inform surgical planning and post-operative care and provide cognitive and emotional support for patients and families navigating complex diagnoses and treatment decisions. This role includes participation in multidisciplinary case conferences and contributions to clinical decision-making, documenting findings and recommendations in electronic medical records with clarity and timeliness, engaging in quality improvement initiatives and contributing to clinical research as appropriate. As an academic center and teaching hospital, there will be many opportunities to mentor and teach medical students, neurosurgery residents and fellows, as well as Psychology Interns in our APA and APPIC approved program, and Neuropsychology Fellows. WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER? Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth. YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

Requirements

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology with specialization in Neuropsychology.
Completion of an APA-accredited Clinical Psychology internship and completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology.
Licensed or license-eligible as a clinical psychologist in Pennsylvania.
Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP-CN preferred).
A track record of academic productivity and clinical excellence

Responsibilities

work with diverse patient populations
conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for patients with brain tumors, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, movement disorders, and other neurosurgical conditions
collaborate with other neuropsychologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, and social workers to inform surgical planning and post-operative care
provide cognitive and emotional support for patients and families navigating complex diagnoses and treatment decisions
participation in multidisciplinary case conferences and contributions to clinical decision-making
documenting findings and recommendations in electronic medical records with clarity and timeliness
engaging in quality improvement initiatives and contributing to clinical research as appropriate
mentor and teach medical students, neurosurgery residents and fellows, as well as Psychology Interns in our APA and APPIC approved program, and Neuropsychology Fellows.

Benefits

Competitive salary - guaranteed base salary and potential for both productivity and academic bonus opportunities.
Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and malpractice insurance
20 days of vacation
10 days of CME, with financial support for CME activities
401k match up to 10%
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.