Pediatric Psychologist - Neurodevelopment & Autism Specialist

University of Illinois at Chicago; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria seeks a Pediatric Psychologist to join the Division of Child Development and Rehabilitation in the Department of Pediatrics. The role focuses on testing, assessment, treatment planning, and collaborative care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders.

The position offers a pathway to licensure in Illinois, opportunities for teaching, and involvement in clinical research or quality improvement, with a competitive salary and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology with health psychology subspecialty.
• Eligibility for clinical licensure in Illinois.
• Evidence of academic productivity: training, publications, presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychoeducational and developmental testing as part of neurodevelopmental assessment.
• Contribute to treatment plan development with an interdisciplinary team.
• Perform developmental testing for at-risk infants/children.
• Collaborate with pediatric physicians, nurses, social workers and dietitians in patient care.
• Write comprehensive assessment reports.
• Provide behavioral interventions for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
• Teach medical students and residents in pediatrics.
• Perform related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Pediatric psychology

Neurodevelopmental testing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD or PsyD) with health psychology subspecialty

Job description

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria seeks a Pediatric Psychologist to join the Division of Child Development and Rehabilitation in the Department of Pediatrics. The role focuses on testing, assessment, treatment planning, and collaborative care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders.

The position offers a pathway to licensure in Illinois, opportunities for teaching, and involvement in clinical research or quality improvement, with a competitive salary and comprehensive