Pediatric Psychologist - Cardiology

272 Atrium Health Childrens Specialty Network, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Levine Children’s Hospital division is seeking a full‑time Pediatric Psychologist to provide evidence‑based consultation, assessment and intervention for pediatric patients and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role includes psychotherapy, interdisciplinary collaboration, training of trainees, and possibilities for neurodevelopmental assessments.

A faculty appointment through Wake Forest University School of Medicine may be available, dependent on

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA approved program.
• Licensure as a Licensed Practicing Psychologist in NC or license‑eligible.
• Pediatric psychology internship and preferably fellowship training.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family psychotherapy.
• Deliver brief consultation‑liaison services in inpatient settings.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments in multidisciplinary clinics.
• Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team.
• Supervise psychology practicum students and interns.
• Engage in clinical research, quality improvement, and program development.
• Potential for neurodevelopmental assessment.
• Faculty appointment through medical school possible.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology

Licensed Psychologist or eligible (NC)

Job description

Position Summary

Department: 03460 GCMG Pediatric Psychology: 1001 Blythe - Pediatrics: Psychiatry

Status: Full time. Benefits Eligible: Yes. Hours Per Week: 40. Schedule: Full Time (40 hours/week), Monday through Friday (no nights, no weekends, no overnight call). Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35.

The Division of Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology at Levine Children’s Hospital is recruiting a full‑time Pediatric Psychologist to provide evidence‑based consultation‑liaison, assessment, and intervention services to pediatric patients and their families receiving care at Atrium Health Levine Children’s Congenital Heart Center and those admitted to our inpatient Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) and progressive cardiology unit. The congenital heart center serves a diverse patient population including patients with congenital heart defects, arrythmias, genetic heart conditions, heart failure, transplant, and preventative cardiology.

Responsibilities

Provision of individual and family psychotherapy, brief consultation‑liaison services in the inpatient setting, brief psychosocial assessments in multidisciplinary clinics, and care coordination with an interdisciplinary team. There may be opportunities for neurodevelopmental assessment. Psychologists at Levine Children’s also participate in the training of psychology practicum students and other trainees. Clinical research, quality improvement projects, and new program development are encouraged. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Wake Forest University School of Medicine Department of Pediatrics, with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates the ability to conduct assessments based on clinical interview, presenting information and clinical standards of program.


• Demonstrates ability to formulate an appropriate diagnosis using standards established in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.


• Writes appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis, age and clinical presentation.


• Collaborates with appropriate guardians to insure effective service delivery.


• Provides clinical supervision of Psychologist I, predoctoral interns and/or graduate practicum students in the practice of psychology.


• Conducts forensic evaluations and provides court testimony as an expert witness when directed.


• Selects, administers, and interprets psychological instruments, including a written report on psychological evaluation.


• Demonstrates knowledge of various treatment modalities and theoretical applications based on current clinical standards.


• Writes appropriate discharge plans based on individual needs of client and follows through with termination process.


• Manages clients in crisis utilizing appropriate skills and assessment.

Physical Requirements

Works in a patient care area with potentially combative or self‑destructive patients. Each employee has the responsibility to work in a safe manner. Work requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, and handling of charts and supplies.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA approved training program required; license eligible or currently licensed as a Licensed Practicing Psychologist from the N.C. State Board of Examiners of Practicing Psychologists required. BLS required per policy guidelines. Applicants should have a PhD or PsyD from an APA/CPA-accredited program and must have completed a child clinical or pediatric psychology internship. Pediatric psychology fellowship training and experience working in pediatric inpatient hospital settings is strongly preferred. Applicants should be licensed or license‑eligible in North Carolina prior to employment and are encouraged to pursue PSYPACT licensure.

Benefits and Total Rewards

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training


• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job


• Incentive pay for select positions


• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance


• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs


• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability


• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses


• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave


• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs


• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not‑for‑profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care