Heersink School of Medicine

7 days ago

Birmingham, Alabama, United States University of Alabama at Birmingham Full time
School/College School of Medicine Title Heersink School of Medicine - Clinical Pediatric Psychologist - Neurosurgery Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Open Rank Tenure Status Open Tenure Payroll Status Faculty 12 Job Description

Overall Description

The UAB Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery is recruiting a pediatric psychologist for a clinical and research faculty position. The Pediatric Psychologist's effort will be evenly split between clinical and research activities.

Evidence-based clinical services will be provided on an inpatient and outpatient basis to patients and families receiving treatment at Children's of Alabama.

Children's of Alabama was proud to tie for the #1 best children's hospital in the Southeast according to the U.S.

News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals Survey.

In collaboration with Dr.

Rocque, the pediatric psychologist will develop a systematic research plan examining the psychosocial risk, resiliency, and quality of life in youth diagnosed with hydrocephalus and their families.

Using a biopsychosocial model of care the evidence-based interventions will be designed to address identified risk and resiliency factors. For the first 3 years the pediatric psychologist will receive 50% effort protected for research activities.

It is expected that by the end of 3 years, the faculty member will have obtained funding to support research efforts (KL2, K23, or similar career development award or other funding).

UAB has mentorship available for career development awards.

REPRESENTATIVE CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES


Primary clinical responsibility is to provide a continuum of clinical services on an inpatient and outpatient basis to patients and families served by the UAB Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Children's of Alabama Hospital.

This will include multidisciplinary collaboration with physicians, nursing and other providers to deliver care that is appropriate to the patient's medical status.

As such, the psychologist will be integrated into medical teams and expected to effectively communicate and coordinate patient care with each team and participate in medical and psychosocial care coordination meetings as necessary.

Psychologist will be part of collaborative research with Dr.

Rocque and other faculty members including projects examining quality of life in youth with hydrocephalus as well as the opportunity to examine data collected via clinical services and write these data up for publication.

Perform direct patient care of pediatric patients within the scope of the psychology license, education and experience. Consistently contributes toward the advancement of clinical patient care and improved outcomes. Interview and assess patients to determine presence of condition/disease and to establish preventive behavioral and mental health practices. Determine nature and extent of impairment, prescribe and administer appropriate evidence-based behavioral or mental health interventions or assessments.

Clinical Excellence

Participates in and/or leads ongoing educational activities for continued enhancement of clinical expertise.

Effective Communication

Provide for the exchange of appropriate patient care and clinical information when patients are admitted, referred, transferred or discharged.

Provide data which will contribute to the assessment of a patient's needs, the organization's capability to provide care or treatment and the appropriate level of care.

Training and Education

Participates in the training and education of medical students, residents, fellows, faculty, community Psychologists and/or staff, when possible. Attends clinical rounds, medical lectures, grand rounds, and other conferences, as assigned.

Policy Compliance


Maintains good standing in the UAB Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery and Children's of Alabama Hospital by compliance to licensure and credentialing criteria.

Comply with policies and procedures protecting patient rights for informed consent and the handling of confidential information as defined by the UAB Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery and Children's of Alabama Hospital mission and applicable laws and regulations.

Follow UAB Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery and Children's of Alabama Hospital established code of ethical behavior in decisions and actions regarding marketing, admission, transfer, discharge and billing.

Review timeliness, accuracy, availability and security of information

Clinical Skills & Competencies

  • Development
Knowledge of growth and development

  • Patient and Family-Centered care
Understands and support family-centered care

  • Clinical Knowledge - Specialty
Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty areas

Diversity Appreciation

Understand and show respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself

Communication

Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills

  • Clinical Care Skills
Demonstrates skill in clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence based therapeutic interventions.

Research Skills and Competencies

Demonstrates skill in designing and implementing research studies and published manuscripts.


The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is a research university and academic health center that discovers, teaches and applies knowledge for the intellectual, cultural, social, and economic benefit of Birmingham, the state, and beyond.

UAB is internationally renowned for its intensely collaborative culture that has - for more than five decades - produced breakthroughs in education, health care, research, and service.

UAB was ranked #1 in the United States, and in the top 10 worldwide, in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 2018 Young University Rankings.


UAB Medicine is the third-largest public academic medical center in the country, with more than 1,900 beds and almost 18,000 employees.

UAB Hospital is the centerpiece of the UAB Health System and is the teaching hospital for the UAB School of Medicine.

Situated among major research centers and clinics, UAB Hospital provides patients with a complete range of primary and specialty care services, as well as the most up-to-date treatments and innovations in health care.

In addition to UAB Hospital, UAB Medicine includes The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital, UAB Callahan Eye Hospital, as well as several primary and specialty care clinics, a dozen member and affiliate hospitals within Alabama, more than 10 cancer associates in the Southeast, and the Viva Health HMO.


Located in the heart of the Southeast, Birmingham is a short drive from Atlanta, Nashville, Chattanooga, New Orleans, Memphis and Gulf Coast beaches.

Some of the most beautiful suburbs in the United States surround the city.

With its picturesque surroundings, Birmingham has been recognized as an "All American City", one of the top ten American cities to live and work, and one of the top ten entrepreneurial and job growth hot spots in America.

The combination of pleasant weather, geography, diverse culture, activities, and lifestyle make this city a wonderful place to live, raise a family, and practice medicine.

In tandem with our institution's strong diversity efforts, UAB highly encourages candidates from underrepresented minorities to apply.

For additional information about our department, please visit our website

Interested candidates should apply here:
submitting an online application to include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of three references. Evaluation of applications will occur as they are received and will continue until the position is filled.

A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

In addition, physicians and other clinical faculty candidates who will be employed by the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) or other UAB Medicine entities must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen to be hired.

To learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham, please visit


UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation.

UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Required Qualifications

Qualifications

Assistant Professor EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

PhD in clinical psychology from APA accredited program. Licensed Psychologist. Post doctoral training and experience with desired clinical populations and related experience. Completion of all required pre-employment activities (screening, background check, badging, and orientation).

Preferred Qualifications

Approval from UAB Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery and Children's of Alabama Hospital Medical Staff Services Division. Completion of all required pre-employment activities (screening, background check, badging, and orientation).

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F2125P Open Date 05/15/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants EEO Statement


UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation.

UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.

COVID-19 Vaccination Statement

The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve.

Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise.

If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.

Pre-employment Background Check

A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

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