UNIV - Open Rank - Neuropsychologist - Pediatrics: Developmental

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Academic advancement opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join the Psychology Section within the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics. The role is located in a major academic medical center serving diverse pediatric patients and offers opportunities for teaching, supervision, and collaborative research.

Qualified candidates hold a doctoral degree in psychology, complete APA-accredited internships and fellowships in pediatric neuropsychology, and

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Completion of an APA-accredited internship and a pediatric neuropsychology postdoc.
• Experience evaluating neuropsychological function in medically complex youth.
• Eligible for SC licensure; ABCN board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Collaborate with cardiology, hematology/oncology, neurology, neurosurgery and other subspecialties.
• Join a team of licensed psychologists supporting integrated care in pediatrics.
• Supervise and train psychology interns, fellows, and learners; contribute to internships.

Skills

Neuropsychological assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Supervision & training

Teaching junior learners

Education

Doctoral degree in clinical or school psychology

APA-accredited internship

Postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology

Eligible for licensure in South Carolina

ABCN board certification or eligibility

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join the Psychology Section within the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, located at a major academic medical center that serves a diverse and medically complex pediatric population across a broad geographic region. Learn more about our division at: https://children.muschealth.org/medical-services/developmental-behavioral

Entity: Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Faculty

Cost Center: CC004433 COM PEDS DEVP Psychology CC

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Pay Grade: University-00

Pay Range: 0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Position Highlights

• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents with a wide range of medical and/or neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including cardiology, hematology/oncology, neurology, neurosurgery, and other pediatric subspecialties within the Department of Pediatrics, to support integrated care.
• Join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team of nine licensed psychologists working alongside developmental-behavioral pediatricians, social workers, nurse practitioners, and other dedicated professionals.
• Participate in the supervision and training of psychology interns, postdoctoral fellows, and other learners within the division. Contribute to the APA-accredited Charleston Consortium Psychology internship Program (https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/psychiatry-behavioral-sciences/education/internship).

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or school psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Completion of an APA-accredited internship and a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology.
• Experience conducting neuropsychological evaluations with children and adolescents who have complex medical conditions and/or neurodevelopmental histories.
• Eligible for licensure as a psychologist in South Carolina.
• Preference for candidates with ABCN board certification or who are ABCN board eligible.

Benefits

• MUSC offers a competitive salary and full benefits package.
• Opportunities for academic advancement, research, and participation in multidisciplinary initiatives in the Department of Pediatrics.

About MUSC & Charleston

MUSC is home to a nationally ranked children's hospital, consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Child Magazine for excellence in pediatric care. Charleston offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle, rich history, and excellent public and private schools.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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