Pediatric Psychologist, Neurology
Description
This position will be primarily outpatient and will work closely with our neurology team to treat patients diagnosed with epilepsy, PNES, and neuropsychiatric conditions. There also will be opportunity to accept referrals from other medical subspecialties within our hospital system, providing consultation, assessment, and behavioral health interventions related to coping/adjustment, physical symptom management, adherence, comorbid mood and anxiety symptoms, and other behavioral health concerns impacting care and quality of life for youth with chronic health conditions and behavioral health needs.
Outpatient Services
Outpatient services will occur in co-located and integrated care clinics in addition to the psychologist maintaining a case load of outpatients receiving individual behavioral health treatment.
Faculty Appointment
This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine, if desired. Rank is commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time position, with split between direct clinical care and administrative time.
Qualifications
- PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA accredited program
- Completed an APA accredited child internship
- Expertise in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based treatment approaches
- Licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment
- Must obtain board certification within hospital timelines
Additional Details
Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emory University is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.