Neuropsychologist

Jefferson Health; Elkins Park Gardens (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a neuropsychologist/psychologist at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Hospital to conduct assessments and provide psychological treatment for patients with injuries, while supporting families and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Education required includes a Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program, with Neuropsychology specialization strongly preferred. Work shifts are day hours at a major Pennsylvania hospital campus.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited program.
• Neuropsychology specialization strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide neuropsychological and psychological services for patients with complex medical conditions.
• Conduct cognitive and behavioral assessments using evidence-based tools and document results in the EMR.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and behavioral interventions.
• Offer education and supportive counseling to patients and families.
• Supervise and teach graduate psychology trainees.

Skills

Neuropsychology assessment

Cognitive testing

Education and counseling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation in EMR

Supervision/teaching

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (APA accredited)

Job description

Job Details

For over 20 years, Jefferson Moss‑Magee Rehabilitation Hospital has been recognized as a Model System of Care program. The hospital offers cutting‑edge treatment and research focused on the recovery of individuals with complex medical conditions. Jefferson Moss‑Magee Rehabilitation Hospital is currently seeking a neuropsychologist/psychologist to conduct assessments and provide psychological treatment for patients with injuries, support families, address adjustment and coping challenges, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Essential Functions

• Interact with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Provide neuropsychological and psychological services for complex medical conditions.
• Offer education and supportive counseling to patients and families, aiding them in coping with life‑altering situations and assisting with decision‑making processes.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, social work, and other allied health professionals.
• Assist the team in understanding the neuropsychological status of individuals and collaboratively develop treatment plans and behavioral interventions.
• Conduct cognitive and behavioral assessments using evidence‑based tools, clinical interviews, and direct observation, documenting results in the electronic medical record.
• Develop and implement behavioral interventions and support treatment teams in applying these strategies.
• Engage in supervision and teaching activities, including didactics and supervision of graduate psychology trainees.
• Communicate effectively and interact with all levels of staff, primary care providers, patients, and community agencies.
• Comply with hospital and network policies regarding confidentiality, emergency procedures, and disaster response.

Education

Required

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited university.

Preferred

• Specialization in Neuropsychology strongly preferred.

Work Shift: Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Employee Entity: Albert Einstein Medical Center

Primary Location Address: 60 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and voluntary benefits. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full‑time service or two years of part‑time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part‑time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.