Pediatric Neuropsychologist, General

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

5d • $63 - $95

About The Position

The Division of Pediatric Psychology & Neuropsychology is hiring a pediatric neuropsychologist with a primary focus in neurology and the opportunity for generalist work. The patient population includes a substantial emphasis on epilepsy, including pre- and post-surgical evaluations, as well as referrals for a wide range of neurological conditions. Work is expected to be primarily outpatient and focused on patients ages 3 to 18. Opportunities include multidisciplinary clinic involvement, program development, and early childhood evaluations. Psychotherapy is not expected as a primary focus.

The position includes a faculty appointment at Wake Forest School of Medicine commensurate with experience. Training the pediatric neuropsychology postdoctoral fellow and prospective practicum students is integral to the role. The successful candidate will be eligible for board certification in clinical neuropsychology through ABPP, eligible for licensure in North Carolina, and experienced in working with children with complex medical conditions. Preference is given to candidates with experience working with children with epilepsy and other neurological conditions.

The neuropsychologist conducts evaluations focused primarily on organic aspects of brain function while considering other factors affecting functional abilities. The role includes obtaining and evaluating relevant history; selecting, scoring, and interpreting tests; supervising psychometrists; preparing reports; developing treatment plans; and providing appropriate treatment or consultation as needed. The position also includes training and clinical supervision of professional team members and students.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Completion of a full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internship.
• Completion of a full-time, two-year post-doctoral fellowship with training in neuropsychology.
• Current valid license to practice psychology in the applicable state; the posting also specifies eligibility for licensure in North Carolina.
• Experience working with children with complex medical conditions.
• Eligibility for board certification in clinical neuropsychology through ABPP.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with epilepsy and other neurological conditions; preference will be given to candidates with this experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide or arrange appropriate care for child, adolescent, adult, and older adult patients.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and assess information reflective of patient status.
• Identify patient-specific requirements and ensure and document that age-specific needs are met.
• Perform neuropsychological evaluations focused primarily on organic brain function while considering other etiological factors affecting functional abilities.
• Obtain and evaluate relevant historical information and incorporate it into evaluation and treatment planning.
• Select, score, and interpret tests, applying appropriate norms and understanding test limitations.
• Use psychometrists for test administration and scoring as appropriate, and review and supervise their work to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare reports based on evaluation data.
• Provide psychotherapy, counseling, education, cognitive retraining, behavior management, and/or crisis intervention as needed for problems identified during assessment.
• Develop treatment plans and discuss them with patients and/or appropriate others to support participation and consent.
• Train professional team members in observational methods, behavior management techniques, and supportive roles in neuropsychological treatment.
• Provide clinical supervision for assigned Master's-level psychologists, psychometrists, and Master's- or Doctoral-candidate students.
• Participate in training the pediatric neuropsychology postdoctoral fellow and prospective practicum students.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for select circumstances, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree