Neuropsychologist III

OU Health Partners; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plan

Dental plan

Job summary

OU Health Partners is seeking a Neuropsychologist III in the Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Clinic. The role involves evaluating cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning across diverse CNS conditions, consulting with physicians, and contributing to interventional diagnostics and research.

The incumbent will supervise trainees and psychometrist staff, teach across specialties, and participate in interdisciplinary care in inpatient and outpatient settings, advancing clinical

Qualifications

• Doctorate in psychology (Ph.D./Psy.D.) is required.
• Pre-doctoral internship meeting INS/APA Division 40 guidelines.
• Two-year specialty postdoctoral residency in clinical neuropsychology.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in clinical neuropsychology; Oklahoma licensure or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform neuropsychological evaluations of diverse patient populations.
• Provide consultation to physicians on cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms.
• Diagnose and treat CNS conditions with cognitive/behavioral sequelae.
• Collaborate with neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry and others for assessments.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary research on brain injuries and disorders.
• Teach and supervise medical students and residents in neuropsychology assessments.
• Supervise psychometrist for standardized test administration and scoring.

Skills

Neuropsychology knowledge

Evidence-based assessment

Research experience

Teaching/supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.)

Pre-doctoral internship required

Postdoctoral residency in clinical neuropsychology

Licensed or license-eligible in Oklahoma

Job description

Position Title: Neuropsychologist III

Department: Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Clinic

Job Description

An OU Health Neuropsychologist applies theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning and may formulate and administer programs of treatment.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Performs neuropsychological evaluation of patients from a wide variety of neurological or medical illnesses that have implications for cognitive, behavioral or emotional functioning in individuals.
• Provides consultation to physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding neuropsychological assessment and resulting cognitive, emotional or behavioral symptoms, and makes diagnostic, etiologic and treatment recommendations.
• Diagnoses and treats illnesses of the central nervous system with cognitive, behavioral or emotional sequelae.
• Works collaboratively with neurologic, neurosurgical, psychiatric and other healthcare professionals conducting assessments with individuals with central nervous system injuries or disease.
• Works in collaboration with other providers performing interventional diagnostic and functional assessment (Wada testing, pre-surgical/ intraoperative brain mapping ,etc).
• Conduct research and participates collaboratively in interdisciplinary research in patients with acute brain injuries, neurodegenerative disorders, developmental disorders or other medical conditions affecting the central nervous system.
• Teaches, supervises and instructs, medical students, medical resident, and Interns in conducting neuropsychological assessment, neuroanatomy, functional neurology, and diseases affecting the center of a system.
• Supervises Psychometrist in performing standardized test administrations and scoring of neuropsychological test batteries consistent with state law.
• Works interdisciplinary in inpatient and outpatient settings, where patients are being treated or followed for diseases involving the central nervous system.
• Provides treatment for the cognitive, behavioral and emotional symptoms and sequelae of central nervous system, trauma, diseases, and conditions.

General Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Education Requirements

• Doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.): Psychology (Required).

Experience Requirements

• Predoctoral Internship that meets or exceeds INS/APA division 40/Houston conference guidelines for specialty training in Neuropsychology.
• Two-year specialty postdoctoral residency in clinical neuropsychology consistent with INS/APA division 40/Houston conference guidelines for specialty training in Neuropsychology.
• 5 or more years in area of specialty.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Board certified or board eligible by ABPP/ABCN for board certification in clinical Neuropsychology.
• Licensed or license eligible in Oklahoma by the state board of examiners of Psychology.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Requirements

• Have knowledge of evidence-based psychological assessment, intervention, and consultation.
• Have an interest in training/supervision of trainees in psychology and other disciplines.
• Have experience in research, program development, and/or quality improvement.
• The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.
• We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non‑clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.