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Job Description

Oversees and develops neurofunctional assessments, including neuropsychological and psychological batteries. Assists with translating the findings from these batteries into therapeutic approaches which can be utilized by a transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary team. Participates in the supervision of students/residents. Counsels and educates families concerning neuropathology and management of neuropsychological deficits. Assists with the coordination of a clinical database and promotes research. Assists in the development of policies and procedures to provide the highest quality of care for patients within the scope of practice and established standards for psychologists. Maintains the highest standards of safety throughout service provision. Cooperates and collaborates with parents, caretakers, and other professionals to meet the total needs of the patient and family.

Experience

Special training and/or experience in pediatric neuropsychology4 years of experience in direct assessment and care of patients identified as having neurological diagnoses in an inpatient and outpatient settingExperience in providing family therapy/counseling related to issues of impaired neurofunctioning

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in pediatric hematology/oncology

Education

Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Psychology

Certification Summary

Georgia licensed neuropsychologist or eligible with proof of applicationBasic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Excellent writing and research skillsAbility to supervise students

Job Responsibilities

Provides effective delivery of services appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment.Implements and oversees cognitive remediation techniques.Provides appropriate assessment and appropriate treatment.Develops and successfully implements assessment standards and treatment plans that support established goals.Documents weekly/monthly treatment notes following established standards.Completes discharge and follows up according to departmental standards.Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement.Bills appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.Provides supervision to the psychometrician and students.Supports and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.Delivers competent patient care, integrating infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development.Delivers competent patient care to patients from newborn to 21 years of age.Demonstrates and practices family-centered care.Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.Communicates relevant information at the patient/family level of understanding.Identifies patient/family need for services from ancillary departments and provides follow-up and referral as necessary.Includes family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program.

Additional information

The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute and the Department of Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine, in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, is seeking one full-time Pediatric Neuropsychology faculty (open rank) in the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. The hired neuropsychologist will join a multi-disciplinary team that includes pediatric neuropsychology, psychology, hematology and oncology providers, as well as advanced practice providers, social workers, child life specialists and hospital-based teachers. These are primarily clinical positions with up to 20% of time dedicated to research. Clinical responsibilities include the coordination and provision of comprehensive neuropsychological assessments to outpatients with hematology and oncology needs, pre- and post-treatment screenings, brief targeted screenings, and (limited) inpatient evaluations. Full psychometry support is provided. Opportunities for program development are also available, and clinical responsibilities will include developing disease-specific screening clinics. Available training opportunities include the supervision of pediatric neuropsychology and psychology fellows and doctoral students from local universities. Research responsibilities center on the coordination of neuropsychological and psychological data that are part of collaborative group (e.g., COG, PBTC, PBMTC, etc.) trials. Consultation/collaboration with our hematology/oncology providers and pediatric psychology team is also available, and a reduction in clinical responsibilities is possible should the neuropsychologist be successful in securing grant funding to cover clinical effort.

The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is a national leader among childhood cancer, hematology, and bone marrow transplant programs. The hired neuropsychologist will join one of the strongest pediatric hematology/oncology programs in the country. Aflac Psychology consists of 12 faculty psychologists and neuropsychologists who engage in patient care and clinical research in the areas of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult psycho-oncology and -hematology.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

PhD