Pediatric Neuropsychologist

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Pediatric Neuropsychologist to enhance children's behavioral health. This full-time role focuses on assessing and treating cognitive issues in children, contributing to vital research, and developing tailored educational plans. With a commitment to evidence-based care, you will join a team that values innovation and quality in pediatric health. This opportunity not only allows you to make a significant impact on young lives but also offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about improving children's health and well-being, this is the perfect chance to advance your career.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension Plan

401(k) plan with match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Doctorate in psychology required with pediatric experience.
• Completion of pediatric neuropsychology fellowship or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform neuropsychological evaluations and develop intervention plans.
• Conduct and disseminate research in neuropsychology.

Skills

Neuropsychological evaluations

Research in pediatric neuropsychology

Educational intervention planning

Chart compliance and report turnaround

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

St. Louis Children's Hospital is seeking a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join the team.

Our mission is to improve children’s behavioral health and quality of life through evidence-based care. We offer three types of clinical care for children, adolescents, and their families. Our faculty members are also involved in research and training activities to advance the quality of children’s health care.

Our pediatric neuropsychology services focus on assessing and treating cognitive problems (e.g., learning, memory, reasoning, language, and attention problems) associated with medical conditions impacting the central nervous system. Specialty areas include epilepsy, neuro-oncology, traumatic brain injury/concussion, hematology, childhood stroke, cerebral palsy, movement disorders, solid organ transplant, congenital heart disease, and genetic syndromes. Research endeavors of our neuropsychologists have focused on cognitive, emotional, and behavioral features associated with various medical conditions and treatments.

Requirements

• Doctorate in psychology
• Internship in clinical psychology or neuropsychology with pediatric experience
• Completion of pediatric neuropsychology Fellowship or equivalent experience or training
• License eligible in Missouri

Responsibilities

• Performs neuropsychological evaluations.
• Develops educational or intervention plan based on findings.
• Maintains designated targets for chart compliance and report turnaround times.
• Conducts and disseminates research in the field of expertise.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Doctorate in Psychology

Experience

• Less than 2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Psychologist

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Pension Plan/403(b) Plan funded by BJC.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition Assistance available on first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer.