Neuropsychologist

Cleveland Clinic; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute seeks a neuropsychologist with interest in neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, MS) to join the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health in Las Vegas, NV. Full testing support is provided by psychometrists/trainees; outpatient work with neurologists, psychiatrists, and imaging experts is expected.

Duties include assessment, practicum training, HABIT program involvement, and research collaboration.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an APA/CPA‑accredited program.
• Completed a postdoctoral fellowship specializing in clinical neuropsychology.
• Experience with neurodegenerative conditions (e.g., Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS).
• Eligible for Nevada licensure; board certification in clinical neuropsychology expected or in pursuit.
• Early‑career professionals encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neuropsychological assessments with technician/trainee support; write reports and provide feedback.
• Educate/train practicum students from UNLV and neuropsychology postdoctoral programs.
• Contribute to program development and HABIT interventions for cognitive impairment.
• Collaborate on center-wide research projects including neuroimaging studies.

Skills

Neuropsychology

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Assessment experience

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical psychology (APA/CPA‑accredited)

Postdoctoral fellowship in clinical neuropsychology

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute announces a search for a neuropsychologist with specific interest and experience in neurological diseases including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Multiple Sclerosis. This individual will join the staff of the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health in Las Vegas, Nevada and will have full testing support from psychometricians (including a bilingual Spanish speaking psychometrist) and/or trainees. The incoming neuropsychologist will interact with neurologists, psychiatrists, health psychologists, neurorehabilitation therapists, and brain imaging experts in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neuropsychological assessment with the assistance of a technician/advanced trainee, including record review, clinical interview, report writing, and providing feedback to patients, families, and referring providers.
• Engage in the education and training of practicum students from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas clinical psychology doctoral program and the clinical neuropsychology postdoctoral training program.
• Participate in program development, work with professional athletes, and deliver clinical intervention services, including involvement in the Healthy Action to Benefit Independence and Thinking (HABIT) program for individuals with mild cognitive impairment and their care partners.
• Collaborate with center-wide research projects, including neuroimaging studies and observational cohort-based research.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from an APA or CPA‑accredited program in clinical psychology.
• Completed a postdoctoral fellowship specializing in clinical neuropsychology.
• Experience working with patients who have neurodegenerative conditions.
• Eligibility for licensure in Nevada; board certification in clinical neuropsychology is expected or in pursuit.
• Early‑career professionals, including graduating fellows, are encouraged to apply.

Contact

Please contact Karen Martinez, PhD ([e-mail]) for more information. Include a current CV and cover letter with your application.

EEO and Workplace Policies

Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in a drug‑free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. A comprehensive influenza vaccination program is required annually or an approved exemption may be obtained.

Salary

Minimum salary: $135,000
Maximum salary: $175,000