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ADHD Psychologist

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia logoChildren's Hospital of PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia, PAPart timePosted 1d ago

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About the job

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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care - and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview

The Psychologist provides psychological assessment and intervention services to children, adolescents, and families within the Behavior Regulation Disorders Section of the Outpatient Division of the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (DCAPBS). Clinical responsibilities focus on the evaluation and treatment of youth ages 6-18 with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and commonly co-occurring behavioral, emotional, and developmental concerns. The psychologist will provide evidence-based individual, family, and group interventions and will dedicate at least one day per week to delivering Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) with young children and their caregivers.

In addition to direct clinical care, the psychologist develops and nurtures clinical services, participates in and leads training activities within DCAPBS and the Hospital, and contributes to Department and Hospital committees and initiatives. They may contribute actively to program development and quality improvement activities, serve as an educator, role model, and mentor, and participate in local, regional, and national professional activities. They may engage in clinical research as appropriate for their role. In some settings, the psychologist may have a matrixed reporting relationship to a physician leader outside the Department.

What you will do

Clinical Activity

  • Provides comprehensive assessment and treatment services to children and families, in inpatient, day hospital, and/or outpatient settings, and communicates with referral sources as indicated
  • Preforms clinical services at a percent of effort as designated by supervisor.
  • Adheres to DCAPBS productivity standards.
  • In settings where patients are scheduled into appointments, presents an Epic schedule that rolls out, per department/division guidelines, delineating availability and anticipated vacation and conference time. Schedule must include enough openings to cover productivity expectations plus anticipated late cancellations/no shows.
  • Follows all CHOP and DCAPBS policies and procedures regarding clinical and administrative activity associated with providing direct patient care.
  • Assure that professional practice is in accordance with applicable professional and licensing body standards
  • Practices as an Independent Clinician
  • Assures that CHOP, DCAPBS, Joint Commission and other regulatory body patient care standards are met.
  • Assures that all CHOP and DCAPBS clinical and billing documentation standards are met
  • Assures that all of the above standards are met through regular and periodic direct observation of clinical activity, chart review and discussion with non-DCAPBS team members.
  • May serve in clinical leadership roles such as:
  • Developing clinical and treatment protocols, peer education programs, and monitoring compliance through direct observation and chart review
  • Collaborating with other DCAPBS clinicians to operationalize and grow empirically-based models of care that best serve the needs of patients
  • Acting as a resource and mentor for DCAPBS clinicians
  • Demonstrating leadership in developing programs and designing/executing QI and/or patient safety initiatives

Collaboration

  • Collaborate with DCAPBS and other Department/Division colleagues to assure that patients receive care consistent with patient circumstance and need.
  • Respond to requests for consultation and service in a timely manner.
  • Participates in DCAPBS and CHOP committees in membership and/or leadership capacity
  • Work collaboratively with DCAPBS administration to support patients in being appropriately scheduled.
  • Attends and participates in department/division/institution meetings appropriate for or required by role.

Teaching

  • Participates in education and training within the department’s training programs. This may include providing clinical supervision, lectures, and facilitated learning experiences
  • Establishes themselves as providing high-quality educational experiences for department trainees
  • Contributes to interprofessional training activities and experiences
  • Participates in activities of the training faculty
  • Engages in professional activities
  • Membership in national professional organizations, for example, American Psychological Association (APA)
  • Active in multiple DCAPBS, CHOP, regional, and national activities
  • Participates in the dissemination of psychological science and/or clinical care at a local, regional or national level

Education Qualifications

  • High School Diploma / GED Required
  • Bachelor's Degree Required
  • Doctorate Psychology Required

Experience Qualifications

  • APA or CPA Accredited internship training Required and
  • Completed post-doctoral training in child and adolescent focused psychology. Required

Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent interpersonal skills (Required proficiency)
  • Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem solving, decision-making. (Required proficiency)
  • Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical, and administrative staff, patients and the public. (Required proficiency)
  • Epic training (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to communicate clearly. (Required proficiency)
  • Ability to accept feedback and incorporate into professional growth and own performance improvement. (Required proficiency)
  • Maintains strictest confidentiality. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

  • Licensed Psychologist (Pennsylvania) - State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

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SALARY RANGE

$36,279.00 - $205,640.00 Annually

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is a nonprofit children's hospital founded in 1855, with inpatient campuses in Philadelphia and King of Prussia, 724 (source: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Hospital and CHOP Care Network Statistics) beds in use, 19,881 (source: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Hospital and CHOP Care Network Statistics) employees and more than 50 (source: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP's Pediatric Network) care network locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Sources: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Hospital and CHOP Care Network Statistics; Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP's Pediatric Network

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