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Director of Pediatric Neuropsychology - Part Time - Children's Hospital of Michigan - Detroit, MI

Tenet Healthcare · Detroit, MI · 1 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time

Job Summary

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is seeking a highly skilled Pediatric Neuropsychologist to provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and clinical support across multidisciplinary specialty programs. This role supports a high-demand patient population with complex neurological and medical conditions and plays a critical role in advancing neuropsychology services within a large academic children’s hospital.

Clinical Services

  • Conduct outpatient and inpatient neuropsychological evaluations for pediatric patients (ages 2–21)
  • Assess and manage patients with a wide range of conditions, including:
    • Acquired neurological conditions
    • Epilepsy and epilepsy surgery candidates
    • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
    • Stroke and sickle cell disease
    • Neuro-oncology and neurosurgical conditions
    • Brain infections and metabolic/toxic conditions
  • Provide consultation and follow-up care through specialty clinics, including:
    • Concussion Clinic
    • Epilepsy Surgery Clinic
    • I.B.D. Clinic
  • Participate in inpatient rehabilitation assessments and support early recovery evaluations
  • Perform or support specialized procedures, including electrical stimulation mapping

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

  • Serve as the dedicated Neuropsychologist for key treatment programs, including:
    • Epilepsy and Epilepsy Surgery
    • Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
    • Neuro-Oncology and Tuberous Sclerosis services
  • Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation teams, and specialty providers to guide patient care and treatment planning

Program Leadership & Administration

  • Provide leadership as Director of Neuropsychology Services
  • Co-direct the Neuropsychology Internship Training Program
  • Contribute to departmental strategy, program growth, and service development
  • Support administration of the Behavioral Psychology Unit
  • Manage patient referrals, including triage of community and internal referrals

Operational Oversight

  • Oversee Neuropsychology Lab operations, including:
    • Equipment procurement and maintenance
    • Patient scheduling and workflow coordination
    • Referral triage and case management
    • Manage administrative and billing processes related to neuropsychology services

Education & Supervision

  • Serve as faculty within the CHM Psychology Training Program
  • Supervise neuropsychology trainees and psychologists as needed
  • Support ongoing professional development and mentorship

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology; Graduate degree.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in neuropsychological assessment, with a strong focus on pediatric populations
    • Experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including acute care and rehabilitation environments
    • Proven ability to work within multidisciplinary clinical teams and contribute to integrated care planning

Additional Information

  • Required: PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with specialization in Neuropsychology
  • Completion of APA-accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology
  • Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary clinical teams
  • Required: Licensed psychologist
  • Additional certifications per governing board and in accordance with the facility Medical Staff Bylaws

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