Psychologist-Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville

The Nemours Foundation • Jacksonville, FL

7h

About The Position

Nemours Children’s is seeking up to two full-time Pediatric Psychologists with expertise in pediatric hematology and oncology. These positions are vital in supporting the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, providing comprehensive psychological services to children and adolescents with blood disorders and cancer.

Deliver outpatient psychological care to pediatric hematology/oncology patients and their families at Nemours Children’s Health in Jacksonville, FL. Provide inpatient consultative psychological services at Wolfson Children’s Hospital, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Conduct psychological assessments, develop treatment plans, and offer evidence-based interventions for children coping with chronic illness and emotional challenges related to their diagnosis. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings, and collaborative patient care planning. Support family adjustment and provide psychoeducation to patients, families, and medical staff. Engage in quality improvement initiatives and program development within the division.

These positions offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative pediatric health care setting. The psychologists will collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, and other allied health professionals dedicated to improving the lives of children and families affected by hematologic and oncologic conditions.

If you’re looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric behavioral healthcare, this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Completion of an APA-accredited internship with specialized experience in pediatric psychology.
• Current or eligible for Florida licensure as a psychologist.
• Demonstrated experience providing psychological services to children with chronic or life-threatening medical conditions.
• Demonstrates strong abilities in assessment, intervention, consultation, and working collaboratively across disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Postdoctoral fellowship or equivalent experience in pediatric hematology/oncology preferred.
• Opportunities for research are both available and encouraged, as is an interest in supervising pre-doctoral and post-doctoral students, fellows, and medical residents.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient psychological care to pediatric hematology/oncology patients and their families at Nemours Children’s Health in Jacksonville, FL.
• Provide inpatient consultative psychological services at Wolfson Children’s Hospital, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct psychological assessments, develop treatment plans, and offer evidence-based interventions for children coping with chronic illness and emotional challenges related to their diagnosis.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings, and collaborative patient care planning.
• Support family adjustment and provide psychoeducation to patients, families, and medical staff.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and program development within the division.

Benefits

• No state income tax in Florida
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
• Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans
• Licensure, CME and dues allowance
• Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees