Psychologist - Adolescent Medicine

Oklahoma Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma is seeking a licensed psychologist to join the Adolescent Medicine department. You will assess, treat, and consult on behavioral health needs for patients with medical conditions, working within a multidisciplinary team.

The role involves supervision of trainees, potential research opportunities, and participation in program development to advance pediatric behavioral health care.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) is required.
• Predoctoral APA-accredited internship completed.
• Postdoctoral residency/fellowship required.
• Experience with Adolescents in a Children’s facility is required.
• Oklahoma psychology license is required.
• Eligible for OU Health faculty appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality behavioral health services to patients with diverse psychological and medical conditions.
• Provide consultation to healthcare professionals on psychological aspects of health and hospitalization.
• Participate in team rounds, didactics, and meetings with other professionals.
• Provide supervision to practicum students, interns, and post-doctoral residents.
• Engage in clinical research and education of trainees in psychology and other disciplines.
• Contribute to program development based on clinical needs.

Skills

Adolescent psychology

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical supervision

Evidence-based assessment

Research and program development

Education

Doctorate in Psychology (Ph.D./Psy.D.)

Job description

Position Title: Psychologist - Adolescent Medicine Department: Pediatric Medical Specialty

The licensed psychologist (or license-eligible psychologist) in the State of Oklahoma will provide care as part of our growing healthcare system and will be an essential part of the interdisciplinary team at OU Health by providing assessment, treatment, and consultation for individuals with behavioral health needs that may be associated with their health conditions.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality behavioral health services to patients with a variety of psychological and medical conditions within the OU Health system
• Provide consultation to other healthcare professionals regarding the psychological aspects of a patient’s mental health condition, medical condition, or hospitalization.
• Attend and collaborate with other healthcare professionals in team rounds, didactics, and meetings
• Provide supervision to psychology practicum students, interns, and post-doctoral residents
• May participate in a variety of academic opportunities, including clinical research and education of trainees in psychology and other medical disciplines
• May participate in program development opportunities based on the specific needs of the clinical service.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

Doctorate (Ph.D. or Psy.D.): Psychology (Required).

Experience Requirements

• Completion of a predoctoral, APA-accredited internship required.
• Specialized training in psychology, including a postdoctoral residency/fellowship required.
• Psychologists employed at a Children’s facility must have demonstrated experience working with Adolescents and Youth.
• 0 - 3 years’ experience, including postdoctoral training, required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

Licensed as a psychologist in the State of Oklahoma required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Requirements

• Be eligible for faculty appointment at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
• Have knowledge of evidence-based psychological assessment, intervention, and consultation.
• Have an interest in training/supervision of trainees in psychology and other disciplines.
• Have experience in research, program development, and/or quality improvement.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.