Pediatric Psychologist, Hematology/Oncology

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Job Description

The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and the Emory University Department of Pediatrics invites interested applicants for a faculty position (open rank) in the Section of Psychology within the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. The Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center is a national leader among childhood cancer, hematology, and bone marrow transplant programs. Aflac Psychology is a valued Section of the Center with 12 faculty psychologists and neuropsychologists, two psychometrists, up to three postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students who engage in patient care and clinical research in the areas of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult hematology, oncology, and bone marrow transplant.

About the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center

The hired Pediatric Psychologist will join one of the strongest pediatric hematology/oncology programs in the country.
• Our oncology program cares for more than 500 new cancer cases per year. We represent the pediatric arm of Emory's NCI-designated Winship Cancer Center.
• We have the largest pediatric hematology program in the country (including 2000 active patients with sickle cell disease) and one of the four largest pediatric oncology programs in the country.
• Our blood and marrow transplantation program performs an average of 80 transplants annually.
• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta-the only tertiary pediatric center in the dynamic metropolitan Atlanta area and in the state of Georgia-serves a population of nearly 6 million people, providing a strong basis for clinical programs in rare disorders.

The full-time faculty Pediatric Psychologist will join a multidisciplinary team that includes pediatric neuropsychology, psychology, hematology and oncology providers, as well as advance practice providers, social workers, child life specialists, and hospital-based teachers. This position includes up to 80% time dedicated to patient care and 20% time dedicated to research. A reduction in clinical responsibilities is possible for candidates with a strong record of scholarship and extramural funding if they are successful in securing grant funding to cover clinical effort.

Clinical responsibilities include the provision of clinical assessment, brief intervention, consultation-liaison services, and outpatient therapy services to children and adolescents experiencing a range of health concerns across pediatric hematology/oncology. The psychologist will engage in interdisciplinary care including clinic evaluations, treatment planning, liaising with medical colleagues, and education.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with pediatric patients within hematology and sickle cell disease in outpatient and inpatient settings along with strong background in providing evidence-based behavioral treatment for pain and self-management (cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, biofeedback training, parent training, family systems).

The psychologist will work with an interdisciplinary family support team that includes social work, child-life, music therapy, chaplaincy services, and hospital-based teachers to provide comprehensive psychosocial care. The position also involves close collaboration with the medical team, which includes hematologists, oncologists, nurse practitioners, medical students, interns, and fellows, and registered nurses.

The psychologist will attend weekly team meetings and will participate in medical rounds and family care conferences as needed. There will be opportunities for participation in clinical research activities and program development. Opportunities for provision of training and supervision of psychology graduate students, interns, and fellows are also available.

Successful candidates will have:
• PhD/PsyD from an APA/CPA-accredited program in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology
• Completion of an APA/CPA-accredited internship
• Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship with specific focus in pediatric psychology
• Currently licensed as a psychologist or license eligible to practice in Georgia
• Eligible to obtain board certification within seven years of being hired

Preference will be given to candidates with related pediatric hematology/oncology experience and/or board certification (ABPP). Salary and rank at Emory University School of Medicine will be commensurate with experience and accomplishment.

Oversees and develops assessments and/or treatments for specialty pediatric population. Assists with translation of findings into therapeutic approaches which can be utilized by a transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary team. May supervise students/fellows, pre-doctoral interns, and/or postdoctoral fellows. Cooperates and collaborates with parents, caretakers, and other professionals to meet the total needs of the patient and family. Counsels and educates families. Assists with the coordination of a clinical database and promotes research.

Experience

• Four years of experience in direct assessment and care of pediatric patients in an inpatient and/or outpatient setting
• Experience in conducting clinical supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in providing family therapy/counseling
• Experience in writing and research

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Psychology

Certification Summary

• Georgia licensed psychologist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in neuropsychological and/or psychological assessments and/or treatments of children, adolescents, and young adults

Job Responsibilities

• Provides effective delivery of services (e.g., psychological assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient's specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment.
• Integrates infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development, including referral to outside agencies as appropriate.
• Provides appropriate assessment and treatment, including modifications for special population(s).
• Develops and successfully implements assessment standards and treatment plans that support established goals.
• Documents weekly/monthly treatment notes and assessment reports following established standards.
• Completes discharge and follows up according to departmental standards, including liaison services to patient's local school systems to assist with school re-entry and consultation for individual education program development as appropriate.
• 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.
• Evaluates patient and family psychosocial needs and provides appropriate direction to the team to meet these needs.
• Maintains an emphasis on minimizing duplication and increasing efficiency.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement, meeting required continuing education standards.
• Provides clinical supervision to fellows, interns, psychometrists, students, and other employees as assigned.
• Supports and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.

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Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

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PhD