Clinical Neuropsychologist - Pediatrics

Clinical Neuropsychologist - Pediatrics

Job ID : R134712

Shift : 1st

Full / Part Time : Full-time

Pay Range : $62.15 - $93.25

Location :

Advocate Children's Hospital - Park Ridge - 1675 Dempster St

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Hours Per Week : 40

Our Commitment to You :

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards : benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including :

Compensation

Base compensation within the position's pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and / or training

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

Incentive pay for select positions

Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

Schedule Details / Additional Information :

M-F, provider creates schedule. Some hybrid flexibility for initial diagnostic visits and feedback sessions are allowed. The Neuropsychologist in this role will support inpatient and outpatient needs for Advocate Children's Hospital.

Position Summary :

We are seeking a Pediatric Clinical Neuropsychologist to be a part of our Pediatric Hematology / Oncology and General Pediatric Neuropsychology team. This role is split evenly, with 50% of time devoted to Hematology / Oncology referrals for patients transitioning off treatments, and 50% focused on non-Hematology / Oncology referrals from within Advocate Children's Hospital and the community. The position supports both inpatient and outpatient needs, with technician support provided. While some initial diagnostic visits and feedback sessions can be conducted virtually, all testing will be performed in person, with a private office provided at our facility. The neuropsychologist will collaborate with psychologists, neuropsychologists, physicians, school coordinators, and nursing staff to deliver comprehensive care. Responsibilities include neuropsychological testing for pediatric Hematology / Oncology patients as well as those with complex medical diagnoses, central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular conditions, brain injuries, and ADHD. The role also involves developing the neuropsychology program for the Hematology / Oncology population and requires flexibility, collaboration, and a commitment to training in this specialized area. Caseloads will vary based on the unique testing needs of each patient population. Below is a general description of the role shared across sites, duties may vary based on position and site.

Major Responsibilities :

Provision of Clinical Neuropsychological Services

1)Administers and interprets appropriate diagnostic instruments including patient and family interviews and neuropsychological tests to determine a patient's level of cognitive, psychological, emotional and behavioral functioning, including their adjustment to injury / illness. Recommends appropriate treatment plan and documents according to established department procedures and hospital policies.

2)Educates patient and family (where appropriate) regarding the nature of the patient's illness, it's expected course, treatment of illness and alternative treatments.

3)Formulates goal-oriented treatment plan with expected outcomes in collaboration with the patient and family where appropriate.

4)Assesses patient's and the patient family's level of understanding and motivation and level of compliance to engage in treatment according to plan, including their expected roles in the treatment process and makes appropriate changes in treatment plan as needed.

5)Provides diagnostic consultative services as ordered by the physician.

6)Conducts preliminary assessments to determine the appropriateness of the psychological testing as well as the selection of appropriate tests designed to address specific diagnostic questions.

7)Prepares psychological testing report and documents findings according to established procedures and standards. Communicates results and treatment plan to patient and family, and referring provider.

8)Develops strategies where appropriate to assist families and other health care providers in management of the patient's behaviors and illness.

Program Specific Activities

1)Provides programmatic support to referring pediatric clinical programs, including but not limited to Sports Medicine / Concussion, Midwest Children's Brain Tumor Center, Pediatric Neurology and Developmental Pediatrics.

2)Provides ACH management teams with regular reports regarding all aspects of program development and evaluation.

3)Evaluates program performance in terms of process and outcome, suggesting functional improvements as necessary.

4)Works collaboratively with other staff and clinical and administrative professionals on projects of any nature.

5)Coordinates the clinical services of staff providing clinical supervision as appropriate and as assigned.

6)Other duties as assigned.

Education and Training

1)Provides health care providers (i.e. psychologists, physicians, residents, nurses, therapists, social workers, aids) with education regarding neuropsychological factors in illness, treatment, and recovery from illness as well as approach to and management of patient and families.

2)Presents educational material in formal settings (i.e. rounds, seminars) to clinicians inside and outside of the hospital setting as assigned.

3)Presents educational issues to the community.

4)Provides clinical supervision of staff as appropriate as assigned by the Manager of Psychological Services.

5)Provide clinical training and supervision to psychology graduate students, medical residents and students according to departmental procedures, hospital policies, Division and Department standards, and Standards of Practice for Psychologists.

Professional Growth & Development

1)Provides clinical services in a professional and customer friendly manner.

2)Conducts self in a professional and courteous manner with concern and respect for both internal and external customer needs.

3)Provides professional services in strict accordance with Ethics and Standards of Practice of the American Psychological Association for Licensed Clinical Psychologists.

4)All documentation of clinical services in the patient medical record and maintenance of the medical records are completed according to established departmental procedures; Division and departmental guidelines, hospital policies and Standards of Practice.

5)Attends and participates in all appropriate patient staffings to facilitate multidisciplinary treatment planning and care of patients and families, as well as aftercare planning collaborating with other health care providers on issues regarding patient treatment and management.

6)Attends and participates in continuing education for clinical neuropsychologists working with patients with psychiatric, psychological or behavioral health problems in accordance with standards set forth by the Division of Psychology / Department of Psychiatry.

7)Reports on conferences, seminars an