Academic Psychologist for Parkinson’s & Movement Disorders

University of Kansas Medical Center; Kansas City (KS); Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Kansas Medical Center seeks an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences to provide evidence-based psychological care for patients with Parkinson’s disease and related neurological conditions. The role includes assessment, treatment, and triage as part of an interdisciplinary team, with opportunities for teaching and scholarly activities.

Responsibilities include presurgical evaluations, CBT delivery, and collaboration with neurologists,

Competenze

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counseling Psychology from an APA- or CPA-accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a psychologist in Kansas and Missouri by the time of appointment.
• Completion of an APA-approved clinical internship.
• One year of relevant postdoctoral experience in health psychology.
• Experience providing psychological assessment and treatment to individuals with chronic medical conditions, neurological conditions, or related health concerns.

Mansioni

• Provide psychological assessment, treatment, psychoeducation, and triage for patients with Parkinson’s disease, movement disorders, and related mental health concerns.
• Conduct presurgical psychological evaluations for patients preparing for neurosurgical procedures, including DBS.
• Provide evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy and behavioral interventions addressing physical symptoms and chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, and other care team members.
• Contribute to education, training, and mentorship of learners and participate in clinical teaching activities.

Conoscenze

Psychological assessment

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Teaching/mentorship

Formazione

Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA/CPA-accredited)

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Kansas Medical Center seeks an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences to provide evidence-based psychological care for patients with Parkinson’s disease and related neurological conditions. The role includes assessment, treatment, and triage as part of an interdisciplinary team, with opportunities for teaching and scholarly activities.

Responsibilities include presurgical evaluations, CBT delivery, and collaboration with neurologists,