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Pediatric Psychologist (Liver Transplant)

Location: Arthur M. Blank Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia

Children’s Behavioral and Mental Health Center is undergoing rapid growth and transformation. We are working to innovate the mental health care system for children in Georgia and are recruiting dedicated and experienced team members who are eager to join this mission.

Children’s is seeking a Pediatric Psychologist to serve as a team member within solid organ Transplant Services. This position is specifically focused on liver pre-, peri-, and post-transplant populations and will join psychology colleagues who specialize in kidney and heart transplant. The Pediatric psychologist will join a multidisciplinary group of physicians, surgeons, APPs, nurses, dieticians, pharmacists, and social workers. This position will report to the Pediatric Psychology Program Manager, partner with Transplant leadership, and serve as a critical member of the behavioral and mental health team.

The Pediatric Psychologist will see a diverse patient population across the care continuum (inpatient, in clinic, and via telemedicine) and will participate in multidisciplinary transplant evaluations. Opportunities to incorporate psychological/neurodevelopmental testing in the transplant evaluation and as part of ongoing care are available. The psychologist will carry an outpatient therapy caseload of liver transplant patients in addition to participating in multidisciplinary care. The successful candidate will have experience with evidence-based assessment and treatment including diagnostic interviewing, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral interventions for the treatment of physical symptoms, working with families, and multidisciplinary treatment.

Psychologists participate in the training of psychology doctoral students, interns, and postdoctoral fellows as well other behavioral mental health trainees. Opportunities for clinical research and program development across our acute clinical care settings are available. This position is eligible for a faculty appointment through the Emory University School of Medicine. Rank is commensurate with experience.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA/CPA accredited program and must have completed an APA accredited child internship. This position is open to both early career and experienced psychologists. Applicants should be licensed or licensed-eligible in Georgia prior to employment and must obtain board certification within hospital timelines. Children’s strives to meet the healthcare needs of all patients, regardless of their socioeconomic status and insurance coverage.

Summary: Oversees and develops assessments and/or treatments for specialty pediatric population. Assists with translation of findings into therapeutic approaches which can be utilized by a transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary team. May supervise students/fellows, pre-doctoral interns, and/or postdoctoral fellows. Cooperates and collaborates with parents, caretakers, and other professionals to meet the total needs of the patient and family. Counsels and educates families. Assists with the coordination of a clinical database and promotes research.

Experience

Four years of experience in direct assessment and care of pediatric patients in an inpatient and/or outpatient settingExperience in conducting clinical supervision

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in providing family therapy/counselingExperience in writing and research

Education

Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Psychology

Certification Summary

Georgia licensed psychologistBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient in neuropsychological and/or psychological assessments and/or treatments of children, adolescents, and young adults

Job Responsibilities

Provides effective delivery of services (e.g., psychological assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment.Integrates infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development, including referral to outside agencies as appropriate.Provides appropriate assessment and treatment, including modifications for special population(s).Develops and successfully implements assessment standards and treatment plans that support established goals.Documents weekly/monthly treatment notes and assessment reports following established standards.Completes discharge and follows up according to departmental standards, including liaison services to patient’s local school systems to assist with school re-entry and consultation for individual education program development as appropriate.Demonstrates and practices family-centered care.Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.Communicates relevant information at the patient/family level of understanding.Identifies patient/family need for services from ancillary departments and provides follow-up and referral as necessary.Includes family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program.Evaluates patient and family psychosocial needs and provides appropriate direction to the team to meet these needs.Maintains an emphasis on minimizing duplication and increasing efficiency.Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement, meeting required continuing education standards.Provides clinical supervision to fellows, interns, psychometrists, students, and other employees as assigned.Supports and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

PhD