Pediatric Neuropsychologist Neuropsychology | Full-Time | Phoenix Posting Note: ...Read More Qu[...]

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Continuing education support

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital seeks a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join its Division of Neuropsychology. This nationally recognized pediatric system offers a robust program with opportunities for clinical differentiation, education, and research.

You will perform outpatient neuropsychological evaluations, provide feedback, and collaborate with neurology, oncology, cardiology, and other services to guide treatment planning and long-term management for complex pediatric cases.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology with formal training in neuropsychology.
• Completion of an APA- or CPA-accredited internship.
• Completion of a 2-year pediatric neuropsychology fellowship.
• Licensed in Arizona prior to start date.
• Board certification (or pursuing) in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP).
• Strong pediatric neuropsychological assessment experience in medical settings.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Provide feedback to families and medical teams regarding diagnosis and education planning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated, whole-child care.
• Supervise trainees including graduate students, interns, postdocs, and residents.
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement aligned with institutional priorities.
• Participate in academic activities with university affiliations.

Skills

Pediatric neuropsychology

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology

APA- or CPA-accredited internship

2-year pediatric neuropsychology fellowship

Job description

Posting Note: Phoenix Children’s is actively recruiting a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join our thriving and collaborative Division of Neuropsychology. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system that is consistently ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Our institution is home to one of the largest pediatric neurosciences programs in the U.S., with one of the top five highest clinical volumes nationwide.

About the Role

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide outpatient neuropsychological evaluation and consultation for children and adolescents with a wide range of medical, neurological, and neurodevelopmental conditions affecting the central nervous system (CNS). You’ll be joining a team of eight skilled pediatric neuropsychologists and working closely with interdisciplinary teams across various specialty areas.

This role offers the opportunity to practice within a robust pediatric medical setting where your work will directly inform diagnosis, guide treatment planning, and support long‑term management for patients with complex medical needs. Clinical referrals commonly originate from services including:

• Neurology
• Neurosurgery
• Oncology & Hematology
• Cardiology
• Metabolic & Genetic Disorders
• Concussion & Sports Medicine

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, developmentally appropriate neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents with CNS‑related conditions.
• Provide meaningful clinical feedback and consultation to families and medical teams regarding diagnosis, cognitive functioning, educational planning, and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, whole-child care.
• Supervise and mentor trainees including graduate students, interns, postdoctoral fellows, and medical residents, as part of Phoenix Children’s educational mission.
• Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives aligned with your interests and institutional priorities.
• Engage in academic activities, with faculty appointment opportunities through the University of Arizona College of Medicine and potential affiliations with Mayo Clinic, Creighton University, and Midwestern University.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) from an APA‑ or CPA‑accredited program in clinical psychology or a related field with formal training in neuropsychology.
• Completion of an APA‑ or CPA‑accredited internship.
• Completion of a 2‑year postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology.
• Licensed in the State of Arizona prior to the start date.
• Board certification (or actively pursuing board certification) in Clinical Neuropsychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
• Demonstrated expertise in pediatric neuropsychological assessment within a medical setting.
• Strong clinical, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency is strongly preferred due to the diverse patient population served.

Why Join Phoenix Children’s

• Be part of a nationally ranked children’s health system with world-class subspecialty programs and a commitment to innovation and excellence.
• Work in a vibrant, growing Neuropsychology division with opportunities to shape and expand clinical programs.
• Enjoy academic and research opportunities within a leading pediatric health system.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including relocation assistance and continuing education support.
• Live and work in Phoenix, a dynamic city offering sunny weather year-round, affordable cost of living, and access to world-class outdoor activities and cultural events.

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Physical Requirement – Climbing (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Feeling (feeling textures and temperatures) (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc.) (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Hearing (Constantly)
• Physical Requirement – Pushing/pulling (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Reaching (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Sitting (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Standing (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Talking (Constantly)
• Physical Requirement – Tasting/smelling (Occasionally)
• Physical Requirement – Walking (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Near Vision (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Far Vision (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Color Discrimination (Frequently)
• Physical Requirement – Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment (Constantly)
• Physical Requirement – Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance (Occasionally)
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment (Applicable)
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Confined areas (Applicable)

For questions and inquiries, please contact:
David Blaha
Provider Talent Acquisition Partner
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