Pediatric Psychologist

North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology Hepatology and Nutrition; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive guaranteed base salary

Starting Bonus

Quality and Productivity Bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation assistance

CME time allowances

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio is seeking an Anxiety Disorders Psychologist. This role involves developing treatment programs for anxiety disorders and mentoring clinicians. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in child clinical psychology, with a focus on evidenced-based practices. The position offers competitive benefits, including a starting bonus and relocation assistance. It is an excellent opportunity for those interested in training and research in a dynamic pediatric environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with medical populations preferred.
• Board certification required within 5 years of hire.
• Experience in evidenced based treatment for anxiety disorders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of evidenced based anxiety disorder treatment program.
• Train doctoral and masters prepared clinicians.
• Participate in training and research opportunities.

Skills

Program development

Training experience

Research experience

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in child clinical psychology

Completion of APA/CPA-accredited internship

Fellowship/postdoctoral program

Job description

Overview

Anxiety Disorders Psychologist

Whether you're a resident, a physician early in your career, or a seasoned physician with years of experience, Akron Children's Hospital has something different that's hard to explain. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter through the doors. You experience it every day with your colleagues, staff, patients and their families. Once you're here, you know you're home.

We are seeking a psychologist to join our growing psychology team. This position will include opportunities to lead development of an evidenced based anxiety disorder treatment program which would include evidenced based treatment of:

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (including Excoriation Disorder and Trichotillomania)
• Tic/Tourette
• Specific Phobias

This is an ideal opportunity for a psychologist who enjoys program development and training of doctoral level and masters prepared clinicians on evidenced based treatments. Candidates who have a background in incorporating outcomes/fidelity research into program development will be an exceptional fit for this role.

This position offers excellent opportunities to participate in training and research, based on candidate's interest. Faculty at Akron Children's Hospital are active in the training of psychology and neuropsychology fellows, psychology practicum students, as well as medical residents and fellows. Research opportunities are abundant for faculty with interest.

Requirements

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in child clinical psychology/pediatric psychology/counseling including completion of an internship in an APA/CPA-accredited child psychology/pediatric psychology program, eligibility for licensure in Ohio, and completion of a formal fellowship/postdoctoral program are required. Experience with medical populations is preferred. Board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology must be obtained within 5 years of hire.

This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive guaranteed base salary
• Starting Bonus
• Quality and Productivity Bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Occurrence based malpractice
• Relocation assistance
• Generous vacation and CME time/allowance
• Student loan repayment strategies with The Fiducius Team

Hospital Overview

Ranked a Best Children's Hospital by US News and World Report, Akron Children's Hospital is the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northeast Ohio, providing more than 1 million patient encounters each year. It is centered around two free-standing pediatric hospitals, regional health centers, and 50+ primary care and subspecialty locations. Children aren't just a segment of our focus, they are our focus. The services at Akron Children's Hospital span the entire scope of medical services available today - from routine and preventative care to emerging technologies in surgery and patient care. We’ve been leading the way to healthier futures for children since 1890.

Akron Children's Hospital is the only freestanding pediatric hospital in Northeast Ohio and the 8th largest children's hospital in the country. We are a major teaching affiliate of Northeast Ohio Medical University. Active involvement in medical student and resident education; academic appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University is available and commensurate with experience. Akron Children's is dedicated to family-centered care, and improving the treatment of childhood illness and injury through research at the Rebecca D. Considine Clinical Research Institute.

The resources available to our physicians, the cutting-edge technology, the collaboration from all departments and the cohesive nature in which we work allow us to live our mission and truly treat every child as we would our own.

Community Overview

It's something you know as soon as you experience it. Our communities - the Northeast Ohio community - are deeply ingrained into our work, our volunteerism and our daily lives. We are truly a part of the communities we serve, and the communities are a part of us. You'll be proud to tell people you meet that you work at Akron Children's as their faces light up and they tell you their own connection to the Hospital. Working at Akron Children's gives you so many opportunities to live in, work in and love Northeast Ohio.

Runners, hikers, bikers, and families who like to explore have plenty of options including the Towpath Trail. The 110-mile towpath trail from Cleveland to below Canton offers places of tranquility and hidden views of wildlife. Sports are a way of life in our region with many private and public golf courses as well as numerous lakes for fishing, boating and sailing. Not far from the Pro Football Hall of Fame, we also offer many sports opportunities for youth as well as adults including basketball, baseball, soccer, football, swimming, tennis and more.

From major league attractions to small-town appeal, Northeast Ohio area has something for everyone. The area is rich in history and cultural diversity, and provides a stimulating blend of outstanding educational, cultural, and recreational resources. This four-season community offers outdoor enthusiasts more than 40,000 acres of parks for year-round enjoyment. Northeast Ohio has become a premier destination to work, live, play, shop and dine.