Clinical Neuropsychologist-Pediatric Neuropsych Department

Salem Hospital; Salem, Buffalo (OR, MA, NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the healthcare sector is looking for licensed neuropsychologists to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work within a supportive clinic environment, providing assessments for a diverse range of neurodevelopmental disorders in children and adolescents. With opportunities for supervision and collaboration across various psychiatric services, this position is ideal for professionals passionate about making a difference in young lives. Competitive salaries, benefits, and training funds are offered, making this an exciting opportunity for growth and development in the field.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Benefits

Training Funds

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts licensure with relevant practicum and experience.
• Experience with specific client populations such as children and adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuropsychological and psychological assessments for children and adolescents.
• Collaborate within other hospital psychiatry services.

Skills

Neuropsychological Assessment

Psychological Testing

Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Experience with ADHD

Experience with Intellectual Disabilities

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Final year of graduate school

Job description

MGB Salem Hospital: The Neuropsychological Assessment Center at Salem Hospital MGB is seeking licensed or MA license-eligible neuropsychologists to provide neuropsychological and psychological assessments for children and adolescents in the Neurodevelopmental Clinic (NDC). Salem Hospital is part of the Mass General Brigham Health Care Network, which includes MGH, Brigham, McLean, Newton Wellesley Hospital, and other MGB institutions. Located in Salem, MA, the city offers numerous restaurants, green spaces, beaches, a world-class art museum, and a rich culture and history. It is easily accessible by car, train, or ferry to Boston or the Northshore coastal towns.

The Neuropsychological Assessment Center is a lifespan clinic with 10 staff psychologists, a post-doctoral fellow, and fee-for-service clinicians with diverse expertise. The NDC receives a wide range of referrals, providing opportunities to work with children aged 2 through college age in a supportive environment. Referral questions include ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, language/communication disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, trauma, and complex medical histories such as post-concussion syndrome, seizure disorders, in utero substance exposure, and genetic disorders. There are options to provide supervision, run seminars, and collaborate within other hospital psychiatry services, including pediatric inpatient psychiatry, adolescent partial hospital, and outpatient clinics.

Applicants should have experience with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum, attention deficit, and intellectual disabilities. Interest and experience in psychological testing, including projective measures and working with young children (<5 years), are preferred. The position can be part-time or full-time with competitive salary, benefits, training funds, and CEs. Starting salary for newly licensed candidates is $95,000, with supervision and mentoring available. Staff meetings feature case conferences and speakers. Full-time employees are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Interested candidates should send their CV, a letter of interest, and two de-identified assessment reports to Julia Morgan, PsyD at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts licensure with relevant practicum and experience aligned with the client population, e.g., child, addictions, eating disorders, behavioral medicine.
• Final year of graduate school or doctoral degree in Psychology required.
• Experience with the specific client populations listed above is required.

Additional Job Details: North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.