Director of Pediatric Neuropsychology - Part Time - Children's Hospital of Michigan - Detroit, MI

VHS Physician of MI
  • Detroit, MI
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Job Summary

    Children’s Hospital of Michigan is seeking a highly skilled Pediatric Neuropsychologist to provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and clinical support across multidisciplinary specialty programs. This role supports a high-demand patient population with complex neurological and medical conditions and plays a critical role in advancing neuropsychology services within a large academic children’s hospital.

    The Licensed Psychologist is responsible and accountable for the delivery of hospital-based psychological services. Specific responsibilities include psychological assessment, crisis intervention, neuropsychological assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, attendance at team/family conferences, collaboration with interdisciplinary team members and physicians, and documentation. Other responsibilities may include participation in performance improvement or other hospital committees, adherence to hospital and department goals/objectives, policies and procedures, and professional standards of practice and ethics.

    Clinical Services

    • Conduct outpatient and inpatient neuropsychological evaluations for pediatric patients (ages 2–21)
    • Assess and manage patients with a wide range of conditions, including:
      • Acquired neurological conditions
      • Epilepsy and epilepsy surgery candidates
      • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
      • Stroke and sickle cell disease
      • Neuro-oncology and neurosurgical conditions
      • Brain infections and metabolic/toxic conditions
    • Provide consultation and follow-up care through specialty clinics, including:
      • Concussion Clinic
      • Epilepsy Surgery Clinic
      • IBD Clinic
    • Participate in inpatient rehabilitation assessments and support early recovery evaluations
    • Perform or support specialized procedures, including electrical stimulation mapping

    Multidisciplinary Collaboration

    • Serve as the dedicated Neuropsychologist for key treatment programs, including:
      • Epilepsy and Epilepsy Surgery
      • Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
      • Neuro-Oncology and Tuberous Sclerosis services
    • Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation teams, and specialty providers to guide patient care and treatment planning

    Program Leadership & Administration

    • Provide leadership as Director of Neuropsychology Services
    • Co-direct the Neuropsychology Internship Training Program
    • Contribute to departmental strategy, program growth, and service development
    • Support administration of the Behavioral Psychology Unit
    • Manage patient referrals, including triage of community and internal referrals

    Operational Oversight

    • Oversee Neuropsychology Lab operations, including:
      • Equipment procurement and maintenance
      • Patient scheduling and workflow coordination
      • Referral triage and case management
    • Manage administrative and billing processes related to neuropsychology services

    Education & Supervision

    • Serve as faculty within the CHM Psychology Training Program
    • Supervise neuropsychology trainees and psychologists as needed
    • Support ongoing professional development and mentorship

    Qualifications

    Education:

    Required: Bachelor's degree in Psychology; Graduate degree.

    Qualifications

    • PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with specialization in Neuropsychology
    • Completion of APA-accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology
    • Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology preferred
    • Experience in pediatric neuropsychology strongly preferred
    • Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary clinical teams

    Experience:

    Required: Internship and/or clinical experience in Rehabilitation Psychology/Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology and Neuropsychology

    Required Experience

    • Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in neuropsychological assessment, with a strong focus on pediatric populations
    • Demonstrated expertise in conducting comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations across a wide range of conditions, including:
      • Epilepsy and epilepsy surgery candidacy
      • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
      • Stroke and acquired neurological conditions
      • Neuro-oncology and complex medical comorbidities
    • Experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including acute care and rehabilitation environments
    • Proven ability to support multidisciplinary clinical teams and contribute to integrated care planning

    Certifications:

    Required: Licensed psychologist. Additional certification(s) per governing board and in accordance with the facility Medical Staff Bylaws.

    • PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with formal specialization in Neuropsychology
    • Completion of an APA-accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology
    • Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP) strongly preferred

    Physical Demands:

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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDetroit, MI

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