Sign upLog in

Psychologist - Medical

Childrens Specialized Hosp

New Brunswick, NJ

Apply
JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Autism, Behavioral Health, Behavioral Intervention, Case Management, Chronic Disease, Clinical Medicine, Community Health, Consulting, Driver's License, Medical Conditions, Neuropsychology, Neurotrauma (Traumatic Brain Injury), Nursing, Pain Management, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatrics, People Management, Prescription Drugs, Psychological Testing, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Spinal Cord Injury, Staff Training, Testing
LOCATION
New Brunswick, NJ
POSTED
9 days ago
Job Title: PsychologistLocation: Children's Specialized HospDepartment: Inpatient PsychologyReq#: 0000186646Status: Full-TimeShift: DayPay Range: $105,924 - $147,888 per yearPay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.Job Overview:The Staff Psychologist position at Children's Specialized Hospital (CSH) is housed within the state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility in New Brunswick, joining a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Their primary role is to address the biopsychosocial needs of children, adolescents, young adults admitted with complex medical needs. Psychologists provide diagnostic interviews, perform psychological testing and psychotherapeutic support for pediatric patients and their families. The clinical teams include Brain Injury, General Rehabilitation/Spinal Cord Injury, Infant Toddler, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain.Qualifications:Required:PhD, PsyD, or EdDNJ Psychology license Valid Driver’s LicenseAHA BLS Provider CertificationExperience working with children/teens on the Autism spectrum1 year of job-related experience1 year of clinical experience with children and/or adolescent Experience with cognitive behavioral modification Ability to relate therapeutically with the professional team, children, adolescents and their parents/significant othersPreferred:Standard battery testing experienceExperience working with children/teens with chronic illness and/or health psychologyCertifications and Licenses Required:NJ Psychology licenseAHA BLS Provider CertificationValid Driver’s licenseScheduling Requirements:Performs complete psycho-diagnostic evaluations with new patients and identifies patient/family psychosocial needsProvides effective individual, family, group psychotherapy as indicatedIdentifies realistic goals for intervention and delivers ongoing behavioral medicine intervention based on the developmental needs of the patient Goals related to treatment adherence, pain management, improving coping with various medical conditions, treatment of comorbid psychopathologyConduct assessments in the area of cognitive and neuropsychological functioningAttends interdisciplinary case conferences for patients treated or evaluatedProvides effective team consultation as neededSupports clinical staff Consult with nursing/medical staff, join treatment sessions with recreational, occupational, physical, and speech therapistsParticipates in program development with opportunities for researchProvides in-services and educational trainings to staff and community agencies as requested by SupervisorDisseminates findings accurately and sensitively and according to Department policyProvides supervision to staff, fellows, interns, externs as indicatedDisplays competency in obtaining and interpreting the patient and family behavior based upon an understanding of cognitive, bio-psychosocial and aging processesMeet minimum annual expected volumesFlexibility, both in work hours and in performance of dutiesOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

About the Company

C

Childrens Specialized Hosp

Resume Resources

Free Resume TemplatesFree Resume Builder