Associate Professor, Behavioral Med-Clin Psychology

Associate Professor, Behavioral Med-Clin Psychology-140320

Description

The Division of Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking a psychologist to meet the behavioral health needs of youth with neurological conditions served in multidisciplinary medical specialty clinics, including the Comprehensive Epilepsy Center and the Brain Recovery After Injury (BRAIN) Health and Wellness Center (BHWC), which serves youth who have sustained a concussion or traumatic brain injury. There are also opportunities to expand outpatient services for neurologic conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, TBI, and neuromuscular diseases.

Responsibilities for this position include conducting brief assessment, consultation, and tailored evidence-based interventions for patients ranging from infants to young adults and their families within the context of their medical visits, as well as evaluation and treatment in outpatient therapy.

Ideal candidates will have completed a doctorate in clinical psychology (APA accredited) and be license-eligible in Ohio. Candidates should have experience with evidence-based treatments for adjustment to medical conditions, adherence difficulties, pain management, anxiety, depression, and behavior management. Opportunities exist to participate in research, trainee mentorship, and educational/outreach initiatives. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:
·PhD degree in a related scientific or research field
·Five years related experience in research field research and/or Lab experience AND assisting with the preparation of data for presentation at scientific meetings
·Associate or Assistant Professor appointment or eligibility required
Preferred:
Unique Skills
:
·Interpersonal Communication
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
·Diversity
Capable of relating to diverse age and demographic backgrounds.
·Analytical Ability
Analytical ability required to evaluate data, and make judgments with regard to medical/surgical, and clinical research material.
·Organization/Prioritization
Possess organization and prioritization abilities.
·Methodology
Knowledge of research methodology, practice specialty, growth and development, family centered care, pathophysiology and/or pharmacology.
·Professionalism
Organizational ability to work effectively within a highly matrixed and complex medical center. Possesses expert knowledge and experience of medical specialty.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability

Job

Faculty/Clinical

Shift

Day Job

Job Type

Standard
Department
Behavioral Med-Clin Psychology

Employee Status

Regular
FTE
1.0
Weekly Hours
40