Neuropsychologist (Rehabilitation) - Full-time

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

20d

About The Position

The Neuropsychologist will play an integral role in Hennepin Healthcare’s Knapp Rehabilitation Program, providing primarily inpatient neuropsychological services and with additional opportunities to support the Traumatic Brain Injury Outpatient Program. The position is part of a nationally recognized Level I Trauma Center, serving patients with diverse and complex rehabilitation needs. The role contributes to individualized treatment planning and helps patients and families navigate recovery and maximize functional independence. The successful candidate joins an established team of six neuropsychologists, supported by experienced psychometrists, in a collaborative environment that values clinical excellence, professional development, and compassionate, patient-centered care. The position is fully integrated into the acute inpatient rehabilitation program and works closely with physiatrists, rehabilitation psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other rehabilitation professionals.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA-approved program, with appropriate clinical training.
Completion of an APA-approved internship.
Two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology.
Specialized training and clinical competencies appropriate to the position.
Current licensure, or eligibility for licensure, as a Psychologist in Minnesota.
Board-eligible in Clinical Neuropsychology.

Nice To Haves

Board certification in Clinical Neuropsychology.
Clinical experience in inpatient rehabilitation, acute medical, or other rehabilitation-focused healthcare settings.
Experience providing neuropsychological assessment and intervention to adults with acquired brain injuries, neurological disorders, and complex medical conditions.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary medical and rehabilitation teams.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized neuropsychological evaluation services to adult patients across inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings.
Conduct abbreviated and comprehensive evaluations of cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and functional abilities in patients with neurological and complex medical conditions.
Select, administer, interpret, and integrate neuropsychological assessment measures; psychometry support is available for comprehensive evaluations.
Develop individualized treatment recommendations that inform rehabilitation goals, functional recovery, and discharge planning.
Educate and counsel patients and families, provide feedback on neuropsychological findings and cognitive or behavioral changes, and recommend strategies to support recovery.
Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds, care conferences, and collaborative treatment planning as an integral member of the acute inpatient rehabilitation team.
Consult with physiatrists, rehabilitation therapists, medical providers, mental health professionals, and other healthcare team members.
Integrate neuropsychological findings into recommendations addressing rehabilitation participation, functional independence, safety, and post-discharge needs.
Collaborate with inpatient and outpatient providers to promote continuity of care and facilitate appropriate referrals and follow-up services.
Provide neuropsychological consultation to community organizations and external agencies, as appropriate.
Participate, as appropriate, in the supervision, training, and mentorship of graduate students, psychology interns, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees.
Complete clinical documentation, neuropsychological reports, and consultation notes according to organizational standards and timelines.
Support departmental quality improvement initiatives and maintain professional standards consistent with applicable accreditation, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to a collegial, supportive, and collaborative clinical environment committed to high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on skills, experience, training related to the position, and internal equity.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Retirement funds.
Paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement.
Annual business expense account dollars.
Professional liability coverage at all FTE levels.
Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Wellness supports through the Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional resources.