PHD/PsyD - Neuropsychologist

American Psychiatric Association; Hershey (PA); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health, dental, vision, life, and Malp

Descripción de la vacante

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a full-time Neuropsychologist to join the Neurosurgery team in Hershey, PA.

The role focuses on specialized adult and geriatric neuropsychological assessments, surgical candidacy evaluations, and coordination of post‑operative cognitive care. The position offers an academic appointment commensurate with experience, with opportunities for research, teaching, and collaboration across divisions to enhance patient outcomes and education

Formación

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology with Neuropsychology emphasis.
• APA-accredited psychology internship completed; postdoctoral neuropsychology fellowship.
• PA license or eligibility; ABPP-CN preferred.
• Academic productivity and clinical excellence demonstrated.

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for adults and geriatric patients undergoing neurosurgical evaluation.
• Collaborate with neurosurgeons and other specialists for surgical planning and post‑operative care.
• Document findings clearly in electronic medical records and participate in quality improvement and research.
• Mentor and teach medical students, residents, interns, and fellows in an APA/APPIC program.

Conocimientos

Cognitive assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical neuropsychology

Patient care planning

Educación

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology

APA-accredited Internship

Postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology

ABPP-CN board certification preferred

Licensed or license-eligible in Pennsylvania

Herramientas

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Descripción del empleo

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Shift: Day

Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes

Hours: 9-5

The Department of Neurosurgery at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is seeking a full‑time dedicated Neuropsychologist to join our multidisciplinary Neurosurgery team in Hershey, PA. The ideal candidate will have the ability to provide specialized neuropsychological assessment and consultation for adult and geriatric patients undergoing neurosurgical evaluation and treatment. This role is integral to optimizing patient outcomes through cognitive assessment, surgical candidacy evaluations, and post‑operative care planning and follow‑up.

The Penn State Department of Neurosurgery consists of seven clinical divisions covering all the major subspecialty areas of neurosurgery and is the only academic neurosurgical practice in South Central PA.

This is a full‑time position with an academic appointment to Penn State University commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care, a desire to pursue cutting‑edge research, and a passion for education. The ability to work collaboratively is essential.

Position Highlights

• This role offers the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations and conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for patients with brain tumors, hydrocephalus, epilepsy, movement disorders, and other neurosurgical conditions
• In this position the candidate will collaborate with other neuropsychologists, neurosurgeons, neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, and social workers to inform surgical planning and post‑operative care and provide cognitive and emotional support for patients and families navigating complex diagnoses and treatment decisions.
• This role includes participation in multidisciplinary case conferences and contributions to clinical decision‑making, documenting findings and recommendations in electronic medical records with clarity and timeliness, engaging in quality improvement initiatives and contributing to clinical research as appropriate.
• As an academic center and teaching hospital, there will be many opportunities to mentor and teach medical students, neurosurgery residents and fellows, as well as Psychology Interns in our APA and APPIC approved program, and Neuropsychology Fellows.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary - guaranteed base salary and potential for both productivity and academic bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and malpractice insurance
• 20 days of vacation
• 10 days of CME, with financial support for CME activities
• 401k match up to 10%

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology with specialization in Neuropsychology.
• Completion of an APA‑accredited Clinical Psychology internship and completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology.
• Licensed or license‑eligible as a clinical psychologist in Pennsylvania.
• Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP-CN preferred).
• A track record of academic productivity and clinical excellence

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four‑time Magnet‑designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That's all you.

Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.