Pediatric Clinical Psychologist - Advanced Practice - Autism Discovery Institute

JOB SUMMARY:

The Advanced Practice Pediatric Clinical Psychologist has training in select areas that enables them to provide specialized direct patient care in assigned locations. The psychologist is expected to follow Rady Children's integrated behavioral health models and guidelines. The psychologist develops care plans, implements evidence-based therapies, and testing following Rady Children's integrated behavioral health model and guidelines. Follows departmental guidelines regarding minimum amount of time spent diagnostic testing (specific departments only). The psychologist recommends ongoing treatment and links children to community mental health resources/therapeutic services. The psychologist works in partnership with their supervisor/manager/director, and leadership to coordinate, plan, evaluate and improve the functions and roles of psychologists working in Rady Children's locations. The psychologist works collaboratively with operational leaders, physicians, and staff to participate in the advancement of behavioral health initiatives that aim to improve the health of pediatric populations. The psychologist participates in ongoing initiatives of the department to support the vision and innovation of integrated Psychology services at Rady Children's.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BLS for Health Providers (American Heart Association)

PHD or PSYD in clinical psychology or related field of psychology with specialization in pediatrics

California State license

Specialized training or certification in applicable area of work

ADOS training and experience, PCIT certification, diagnostic testing 0-5 or an APA accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship with specialization in pediatric psychology, sleep psychology, pain psychology, or other applicable specialty fellowship and/or certification in an advanced practice area

1 year clinical experience

Successfully completes the required credentialing process for the department/area of practice

Ability and experience working independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, strategic, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and department, division, and organizational priorities

Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree from APA accredited program

3 years post - psychology licensure clinical experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

The current salary range for this position is $58.38 to $80.28

Rady Children's Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.