PhD Psychologist Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join their innovative Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Section in Winston-Salem. This unique opportunity involves conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations and participating in the development of an Autism Center of Excellence. Candidates will also engage in therapeutic interventions, contributing to a collaborative environment that values teaching and clinical research. With a focus on career growth and a vibrant lifestyle in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region, this role offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

CME Reimbursement up to $4,000

Relocation Assistance up to $10,000

Generous PTO

Career Growth Opportunities

Rich Quality of Life

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Clinical or School Psychology required.
• Experience in developmental evaluations and therapeutic interventions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full psychological evaluations for developmental and autism spectrum disorders.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and program development.

Skills

Psychological Evaluations

Therapeutic Interventions

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Developmental Evaluations

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical or School Psychology

Completion of APA-accredited Internship

Pediatric psychology post-doctoral fellowship

Tools

ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)

Job description

Winston Salem, NC, United States
Job ID: 149977
Job Family: Faculty/Physicians
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 35521085033179-Pediatrics - Developmental

The Department of Pediatrics of Wake Forest School of Medicine invites you to consider a unique academic and clinical care opportunity to join our growing Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Section. We are seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join our full-time faculty in beautiful Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Successful applicants for this position will conduct full psychological evaluations including developmental and autism spectrum disorder testing, participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and program development as we seek to establish an Autism Center of Excellence. Applicants with experience providing therapeutic interventions are also given the opportunity to provide intervention services to our patients. Faculty members have expectations for teaching and/or clinical research.

What We Have to Offer:

• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $4,000 and generous PTO for Continuing Medical Education.
• Relocation Assistance: Enjoy up to $10,000 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.
• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Clinical or School Psychology
• Completion of an APA-accredited Internship or equivalent
• Completion of one-year pediatric psychology post-doctoral fellowship preferred but equivalent employment experience in the field is also acceptable
• Valid NC Psychology license or license eligible in the state of NC
• Trained in administration of ADOS and experience independently completing autism and developmental evaluations
• Not required, but opportunity to get certified to provide Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and/or PEERS as we offer both clinics on-site

About Us:

The Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics section is part of the Department of Pediatrics and consists of (3) Developmental Behavioral Pediatricians, (4) Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, (1) Psychiatric Physician Assistant, (3) Pediatric Psychologists, (1) Staff Psychologist, (1) LCSW, and a Nurse Navigator all working closely with support staff. Psychology faculty conduct evaluations with patients referred with neurodevelopmental concerns including, but not limited to, Autism and Intellectual Developmental Disabilities and provide therapy services including Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and PEERS.

Wake Forest University School of Medicine:

Wake Forest School of Medicine is the medical education and research component of Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, a fully integrated academic medical center anchored by an 885-bed tertiary care hospital, community hospitals, affiliated partners and the 160-bed Brenner Children’s Hospital. Both Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and Brenner Children’s Hospital have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report.

When faculty join Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, they are welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. Practice where your voice is valued, your passion for advancing medicine is rewarded, and you get the resources and support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing—for all.

To formally apply or to learn more information about this position, please reach out to Hannah Payne at [emailprotected]