Columbia University
College of Physicians and Surgeons
Department of Psychiatry
Psychologist Job Opening at Columbia University Irving Medical Center: Specialist in Health Psychology
Position Titles Clinical Instructor/Assistant Professor level position [GM1] in the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center (CUIMC)
Job Description:
The Department of Psychiatry is seeking pediatric health psychologists assigned to work in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Consultation Liaison Service as a part of the Solid Organ Transplant Program at CUIMC. These are full-time, clinical positions working closely with the pediatric solid organ transplant teams (heart, liver, kidney and multi-visceral). The position entails treating patients spanning outpatient and inpatient settings. Primary responsibilities involve the screening and assessment of patients as well as individual, family, and group psychotherapy. The emphasis of the clinical work will be on working with patients and families with potential for transplant. Clinical work can encompass pain management, as well as anxiety, grief and trauma related to medical conditions. This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary pediatric specialty team and participate in program development.
This position strongly encourages training or previous clinical effort in working in medical/surgical settings with ill patients. Experience working with pediatric patients is preferred. Candidates should have demonstrated interest, experience and training in evidence-supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Applicants should have leadership potential, as well as strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well across disciplines and function effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
This is a non-tenured track position. Academic appointment is commensurate with qualifications. Columbia University offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and credentials. Incumbents will receive an academic appointment allowing the opportunity to also precept and mentor students.
Candidate(s) will conduct intake evaluations/diagnostic assessments of pediatric patients with psychiatric disorders and psychological distress in the setting of transplant potential.Candidate(s) will conduct pre-transplant risk assessment of children and adolescents with potential for transplant or with transplant histories and who may struggle emotionallyCandidate(s) will provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy.Candidate(s) will work closely with a multidisciplinary pediatric solid organ transplant teams.Candidate(s) will have opportunities to attend case conferences and Grand Rounds at CUIMC. Opportunities may exist for clinical supervision, peer supervision and teaching.Candidates will work closely with a clinical team, including other psychologists/social workers, psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse-practitioners.
Minimum Educational Requirements:
PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology
NYS license or license eligible required
For psychologists: Instructor level requires graduation from an APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology, and completion of an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship program. Assistant Professor level requires 2-3 years clinical experience in a hospital or private practice setting.
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CUIMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer
Minimum Educational Requirements:
PsyD or PhD in Clinical Psychology
NYS license or license eligible required
For psychologists: Instructor level requires graduation from an APA-accredited doctoral program in Clinical Psychology, and completion of an APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship program. Assistant Professor level requires 2-3 years clinical experience in a hospital or private practice setting.
Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Pay Transparency Disclosure
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Minimum Salary: 31200.00Maximum Salary: 31200.00Salary Unit: Yearly