
Clinical Psychologist - Neurosciences
Description
We are seeking a full-time pediatric psychologist to meet the behavioral health needs of youth within the Neurosciences Center at Seattle Children’s Hospital. The psychologist will prioritize behavioral health needs of youth referred through the Epilepsy programs, which is the only comprehensive epilepsy program in the Pacific Northwest. In addition to providing behavioral health services, the psychologist will also provide consultation and collaborate closely with other members of the Epilepsy and Neurosciences teams to deliver care in service of optimal outcomes.
In addition to collaborations with faculty in the Neurosciences Center, there are also opportunities for collaborating with pediatric psychologists in our other medical programs around training and cross-specialty interventions. In addition, the pediatric psychologist would participate in family and community-oriented education and collaborate in program development. We have a multitier training program and there may be opportunities to participate in our University of Washington APA-accredited psychology internship program.
Required Education/Experience:
PhD, PsyD, or Ed.D. in psychology, with specialization in child clinical psychology from an APA-accredited training program.
Completion of an APA-approved internship.
Formal post-doctoral training in an appropriate area of specialization.
May work evening & weekends as required.
Required Credentials:
Licensed as a Psychologist in the State of Washington.
Prior to start of employment, must obtain, and maintain in good standing, medical or allied health professional staff privileges that are not limited, revoked, suspended, conditioned, or probationary, except for normal probationary periods due to initial appointment.
Any and all medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's will terminate automatically upon the termination of the individual's employment at Children's.
Termination of employment does not prohibit the individual from seeking medical or allied health professional staff privileges at Children's as a non-employee in any category for which the individual qualifies.
Questions regarding medical or allied health professional staff privileges may be directed to Medical Staff Services.
Preferred:
Post-doctoral level experience in pediatric psychology.
Experience in a pediatric medical setting.
Compensation Range
$126,291 - $186,898 per year
Salary Information
This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.
Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants
This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.
Benefits Information
Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website www.seattlechildrens.org/careers/benefits.
About Us
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