Psychologist - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

Tower Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a licensed psychologist to join their outpatient behavioral health program. This role offers the chance to work with interdisciplinary teams, supporting pediatric patients and their families. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in clinical or pediatric psychology, with expertise in evidenced-based treatment approaches. Opportunities for supervision and mentorship of psychology interns are available, making this an exciting position for those looking to advance their careers while providing culturally responsive care. Join a supportive health system dedicated to high-quality, compassionate healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time-off allowance

Commuter Benefits

Qualifications

• Licensed psychologist with experience in pediatric behavioral health assessment.
• Ability to work independently and provide comprehensive treatment services.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and treatment to children and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a primary care setting.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Pediatric Psychology

Behavioral Interventions

Psychotherapeutic Strategies

Culturally Responsive Care

Education

PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology

Completion of APA accredited doctoral program

Job description

Job Summary

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a licensed psychologist for the outpatient behavioral health program. Dependent upon the candidate's prior experience and skill set, the position can support behavioral health services within primary care practices on our main hospital campus, specialty pediatric care, and services focusing on neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment. Candidates should have a background in clinical, school, or pediatric psychology, and experience in the assessment and treatment of pediatric behavioral health disorders. Experience in medical settings, specifically primary or specialty care, is preferred though not required. The clinician should have a broad knowledge base of evidenced-based treatment approaches for pediatric developmental and behavioral health disorders, including experience with behavioral interventions and psychotherapeutic strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a diverse demographic of clients and providing culturally and linguistically responsive care.

Highlights:

• This position will require working with interdisciplinary teams across physical and behavioral health to support patients and their families within the primary care setting.
• Opportunities will be available to support learners including psychology externs, and medical students, residents, and fellows.
• St. Christopher’s hospital hosts a psychology internship program, Psychology Doctoral Internship Program | Tower Health. Opportunities may also be available to supervise psychology interns.

The Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match
• Generous paid time-off allowance
• Commuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parking
• Supportive health system to advance goals

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• PhD or PsyD in Clinical, School, Counseling Psychology
• Preference for completion of an APA accredited doctoral program

Licensure Requirements:

• State of PA – Psychologist License

Clinical Experience:

• Practices effectively as an independent clinician
• Responsive to feedback from supervisors and colleagues about clinical practice
• Provides comprehensive psychological assessment and treatment services to children and families, in pediatric settings
• Communicates with referral sources as indicated
• Assures that professional practice is in accordance with applicable professional and licensing body standards

Overview

Tower Health is a regional integrated healthcare system that offers compassionate, high-quality, leading-edge healthcare and wellness services to communities in Berks, Chester, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties. With approximately 11,500 employees, Tower Health consists of Reading Hospital in West Reading; Phoenixville Hospital in Phoenixville; Pottstown Hospital in Pottstown; and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia. Tower Health has partnered with Drexel University College of Medicine to open a new medical school one-half mile walking distance from Reading Hospital, a regional medical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health. The school opened in 2021 and is currently accepting enrollment applications for the second class in 2024. In addition, Reading Hospital is the main training hospital for the medical school and supports ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs. For more information, visit towerhealth.org.