Psych Amb
2 weeks ago
ABOUT THE JOB:
Summary:
This job is responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient psychological assessments, for providing patient therapy and case management, for providing clinical consultation and for participating in research projects, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
Responsibilities:
* Provide psychological assessment for patients and their families. This includes comprehensive psychological evaluations, scoring of data, writing reports, providing feedback to patients and families, attending meetings at the child's school if appropriate all under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
* Participate in consultations with physicians, nursing staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team to develop optimal treatment plans for patients requiring psychological treatment, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
* Provide feedback/consultations for patients and families; review the results of a child's psychological evaluation thoroughly with parents and patients; and consult with potential patients and their families to determine if psychological services are appropriate, under the supervision of a licensed psychologist.
Other information:
WORK EXPERIENCE
* Pediatric experience Pref
EDUCATION
* Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience Req
* Completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree in psychology, within 30 days of start date, with clinical training at the graduate and internship level with attestation of completion provided by program director or diploma. Req
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Initial Pediatric Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behaviors (PPMAB) training must be completed within 60 days of hire and renewed annually Req
* Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements 60 Days, Req
About us
Children's Health values the role each member of our team plays in helping us make life better for children. We employ more than 7,500 people and provide rewarding career opportunities that help them reach their highest potential.
We also hold Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for nursing excellence, we serve as the primary pediatric teaching facility for the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and we are widely recognized for delivering high quality care.
Children's Health has also been named one of the 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for nine consecutive years.
We invite you to learn more about Children's Health.
Benefits
Children's Health offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits program and opportunities for learning and career development. We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace, and our team members have a voice in their work through surveys and town halls.
We invite you to learn more about Children's Health.
