Psychologist (Neuropsychology), Short Term Assessment & Treatment Inpatient Unit - UBC Hospital

Vancouver Coastal Health; Electoral Area A; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join Vancouver Coastal Health as a Psychologist specializing in Neuropsychology. In this role, you will provide comprehensive psychological services, conduct assessments, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care. VCH offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Wellness supports

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• At least two years of recent experience in clinical neuropsychology.
• Current registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia or eligibility to register.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation.
• Conduct neuropsychological assessments and participate in clinical conferences.
• Engage in quality improvement and provide clinical supervision to trainees.

Skills

Neurobehavioral diagnostics

Neuropsychological assessment tools

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Research methodology

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical Neuropsychology

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $52.81/Hr. - CAD $65.96/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Psychologist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Psychologist (Neuropsychology) to join the Short Term Assessment & Treatment Inpatient Unit at UBC Hospital in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As a Psychologist at Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:

• Provide psychological services within a designated scope of practice in mental health services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for clients across their lifespan with neurological, medical, neurodevelopmental, psychiatric conditions, and other cognitive and learning disorders.
• Deliver neuropsychological services in acute and ambulatory care settings, utilizing specialized knowledge in brain-behaviour relationships.
• Responsibilities include:
  • Conducting neuropsychological assessments, psychodiagnostics, interventions, and liaising with external agencies.
  • Participating in clinical/case conferences, evaluating treatment effectiveness.
  • Maintaining client records, documenting diagnoses, treatment plans, test results, and preparing reports.
• Engage in quality improvement, risk management, provide clinical supervision to trainees, and participate in research activities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• At least two (2) years of recent, relevant experience in clinical neuropsychology and neurosciences, including diagnostic and consultation services.
• Current registration with the College of Psychologists of British Columbia or eligibility to register within one year.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Expertise in neurobehavioral diagnostics and consultation techniques.
• Proficiency with neuropsychological assessment tools and methods.
• Knowledge of brain-behaviour relationships and neurobehavioral syndromes.
• Understanding of psychological diagnosis and other health disciplines' roles.
• Strong research methodology skills and evidence-based neuropsychological practice knowledge.
• Effective team collaboration, communication, supervision, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to new situations, and prioritize workload.
• Physical ability to perform job duties and computer proficiency in client information systems.

Closing Statement

Work hours and locations may change based on operational needs and collective agreement provisions. All health care workers in publicly funded facilities must report vaccination history for safety and outbreak management purposes. New hires will be required to provide this information during onboarding.

Why join Vancouver Coastal Health?

VCH is a leader in healthcare, research, and education, serving over one million BC residents. We foster innovation, risk-taking, and a patient-centered approach. Join us in creating healthy communities through care, connection, and teamwork.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including MSP, extended health, dental, and pension.
• Career growth opportunities with training and leadership development.
• Wellness supports, including counseling and critical incident services.
• Recognition programs for staff, medical staff, and volunteers.

VCH values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and those of all gender identities and sexual orientations. We are proud recipients of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and Canada's Top Employers for Young People (2025).

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. VCH employees must apply via the Internal Career Portal on CareerHub; external applicants should use the external portal. For more info, visit this link. Applying through the external site as a current employee will classify you as an external candidate, and seniority will not be considered.