Neuropsychologist

About the role

The Neuropsychologist is responsible for the care of patients in the hospital and clinics, as well as research, educational and advocacy initiatives as determined by the Division Chief and/or Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services for patients at Children’s Hospital and other approved sites in an ethical, professional and timely manner.
• Provide oversight of the medical care team and manage direct patient care for a specified patient population; improve continuity of care, customer service and partnerships with community physicians through timely completion of records and communication.
• Participate in family centered care and communicate in a professional and compassionate manner; refer patients to specialists and to relevant ancillary services as appropriate.
• Respond to team members and outside physicians in a timely and respectful manner; communicate clearly to trainees expectations regarding patient updates and notifications of significant clinical changes, and encourages questions from trainees.
• Participate in CNMC’s advocacy initiatives.
• Contribute scholarly effort to the advancement of public policy to promote population-based pediatric health and well being.
• Conduct research of significant scientific value in the clinical and translational science area(s) relevant to his/her practice specialty.
• Teach patients and families about treatment, prevention, and care enhancement techniques.
• Participate in specific health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
• Participate in CNMC's medical education programs through learning activities with colleagues and trainees.
• Participate as appropriate in hospital/university –wide educational programs.
• Supervise and train clinical professionals and students effectively.
• Select, administer, and score psychological and neuropsychological tests to assess intellectual functioning, neuropsychological status, personality structure, interest, aptitudes, adaptive function, and academic achievement.
• Write comprehensive neuropsychological assessment reports including diagnostic interpretations and next step management/strategy plans.
• Participate in weekly case conferences and team meetings to discuss and evaluate the diagnoses and treatment/management of patients and formulate rehabilitation plans.
• Provide interpretative information to parents and/or primary caregivers (including teachers, therapists); may provide short-term counseling and psychoeducational consultation to help parents better understand their child's neuropsychological condition and to offer strategies to manage these concerns.
• Conduct intake interviews to ascertain the needs of clients and document the results of this interview.
• Avoid the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors).

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) or Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from an APA/CPA-accredited college or university.
• Completion of APA/CPA-accredited pre-doctoral internship, with supervised experience in clinical neuropsychology.
• Postdoctoral fellowship.
• Minimum Work Experience: 2 years Clinical care focus is on pediatric and adolescent populations.
• Required Skills/Knowledge: Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise; Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care; Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care; Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team; Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise; Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards; Demonstrates a personal commitment to Continuing Medical Education and remains current on the developments and progress in his/her subspecialty; Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Required Licenses And Certifications: Psychologist Fully licensed and credentialed attending staff category physician on the medical staff of Children’s National Hospital Upon Hire.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care.
• Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Demonstrates a personal commitment to Continuing Medical Education and remains current on the developments and progress in his/her subspecialty.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

Skills

• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.
• Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care.
• Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team.
• Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Demonstrates a personal commitment to Continuing Medical Education and remains current on the developments and progress in his/her subspecialty.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Pay

$100,000.00 - $300,000.00

Schedule

N/A