Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Children’s Mercy sa; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Division of Neurology at Children's Mercy Kansas City invites applications for a pediatric neuropsychologist. The role emphasizes neuropsychological assessment, consultation with child-focused medical teams, and treatment planning within an interdisciplinary pediatric setting.

Preference is given to candidates with epilepsy, stroke, and HEM/ONC experience. The position carries an academic appointment with UMKC School of Medicine or equivalent, with rank commensurate to qualifications.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree required and registered or eligible for licensure in MO/Kansas.
• Postdoctoral training in neuropsychology per Houston/Minnesota guidelines.
• Board certification or eligibility in clinical neuropsychology.
• Licensure eligibility in Missouri and Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Neuropsychological assessment of pediatric patients.
• Consultation with interdisciplinary medical teams.
• Treatment planning within an interdisciplinary pediatric setting.

Skills

Teaching & supervising postdocs

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Autonomous clinical practice

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in clinical, counseling, or school psychology

Two years of postdoctoral training in neuropsychology

Board-certified or board-eligible in clinical neuropsychology

Licensure eligibility in Missouri and Kansas

Job description

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Division of Neurology at Children's Mercy Kansas City is recruiting for a pediatric neuropsychologist. The candidate’s clinical emphasis is flexible though a strong background with epilepsy, stroke, and HEM/ONC is preferred. The Neuropsychology Program is a member of the Association of Postdoctoral Programs in Clinical Neuropsychology (APPCN), and faculty routinely participate in teaching and supervising postdoctoral fellows. The position carries an academic appointment at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, with rank commensurate to qualifications and experience.

The primary responsibilities of the position include neuropsychological assessment, consultation with interdisciplinary medical teams, and treatment planning. Candidates with prior supervisory experience, the ability to manage a full clinical workload, and demonstrated readiness for autonomous clinical practice within an interdisciplinary pediatric medical setting are strongly preferred. Applicants must have:

• A doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in clinical, counseling, or school psychology
• Completed two years of postdoctoral training in neuropsychology (adhering to Houston/Minnesota Conference Guidelines)
• Be boarded or board eligible in clinical neuropsychology
• Eligibility for licensure in Missouri and Kansas

About the Division of Neurology

The Division of Neurology currently has 3 neuropsychologists, 21 neurologists, and 20 APPs. Providers see patients across the metro area in both Missouri and Kansas locations. The division houses the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center (accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers, Level VI), Comprehensive Movement Disorders and Spasticity Clinic, Tuberous Sclerosis and Neurofibromatosis Clinic, Angelman Syndrome Clinic, Headache Program, and Stroke Program.

About Children's Mercy

Children's Mercy Kansas City is an independent, non-profit, 390-bed pediatric health system, providing over half a million patient encounters each year for children from across the country. Children's Mercy is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in nine specialties. We have received Magnet® recognition six times for excellence in nursing services. In affiliation with the University of Missouri-Kansas City and the University of Kansas, our faculty of nearly 800 pediatric specialists and researchers are involved in clinical care, pediatric research and educating the next generation of pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists.

The Children's Mercy Research Institute (CMRI) integrates research and clinical care with nationally recognized expertise in genomic medicine, precision therapeutics, population health and health care

For more information about Children's Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself, visit cmkc.link/TakeYourPlace.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children's Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.