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　　A Brief Overview

　　The Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (DCAPBS) within the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is recruiting a pediatric neuropsychologist to join the Section of Neuropsychology and Assessment. The neuropsychologist will provide clinical services within the Division of Oncology, joining a multidisciplinary team of psychosocial providers (neuropsychologists, pediatric psychologists, psychometrists, social workers, educational coordinators, child life and creative therapists) and oncology clinicians responsible for the care of pediatric, adolescent, and young adult patients. Clinical services include outpatient screening, consultation and brief intervention, and targeted and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. Clinical populations encompass a range of Oncology diagnoses (e.g., leukemias, brain tumor) and associated clinical programs, including comprehensive vascular anomalies, hematology/blood disorders, genetic predisposition syndromes, and immunodeficiencies. There are multiple opportunities for involvement in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, training, and program development.

　　Consistent with the mission of CHOP, neuropsychologists have opportunities to participate in training of future healthcare providers, through the section's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program and department's APA-accredited Pre-Doctoral Psychology Internship, as well as opportunities to work with psychology practicum students from area universities. Teaching opportunities are also available with medical and other healthcare trainees. Participation in multidisciplinary quality improvement projects and clinical research is an integral component of this position.

　　Psychologists and neuropsychologists at CHOP are expected to apply for a faculty appointment through the Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania (rank commensurate with experience).

　　What you will do

　　Clinical ActivityDemonstrates skills consistent with core privileges as a psychologist including diagnosis and treatment of children and adolescents with mental, behavioral or emotional disorders, including individual and family psychotherapy; psychological assessment of children and adolescents; consultation to other professionals concerning assessment and treatment of children and adolescents.In addition, demonstrates competence in clinical neuropsychology requiring the integration of neuropsychological findings with neurologic and other medical data, psychosocial and behavioral data, knowledge in neurosciences, and the ability to interpret findings with an appreciation of social, cultural and ethical issues.Demonstrates essential skills including specialized neuropsychological assessment techniques, specialized intervention techniques, research design and analy is in neuropsychology, professional issues and ethics, culturally competent approaches to neuropsychology, and understanding of implications of neuropsychological conditions for behavior and adjustment.Establishes an outstanding reputation for clinical practice at a regional levelProvides comprehensive assessment and treatment services to children and families, in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, and communicates with referral sources as indicatedPerforms clinical services at a percent of effort as designated by supervisor.Adheres to DCAPBS productivity standards.Follows all CHOP and DCAPBS policies and procedures regarding clinical and administrative Assure that professional practice is in accordance with applicable professional and licensing body standards.May serve in clinical leadership roles such as:Developing clinical and treatment protocols, peer education programs, and monitoring compliance through direct observation and chart reviewCollaborating with other DCAPBS clinicians to operationalize and grow empirically based models of care that best serve the needs of patientsActing as a resource and mentor for DCAPBS cliniciansDemonstrating leadership in developing programs and designing/executing QI and/or patient safety initiatives

　　Collaboration:Collaborate with DCAPBS and other Department/Division colleagues to assure that patients receive care consistent with patient circumstance and need.Respond to requests for consultation and service in a timely manner.Participates in DCAPBS and CHOP committees in membership and/or leadership capacity.Work collaboratively with DCAPBS administration to support patients in being appropriately scheduled.Attends and participates in department/division/institution meetings appropriate for or required by role.

　　Teaching:Participates in education and training within the department's training programs. This may include providing clinical supervision, lectures, and facilitated learning experiences.Establishes themselves as providing high-quality educational experiences for department traineesContributes to interprofessional training activities and experiencesParticipates in activities of the training facultyEngages in professional activities:Membership in national professional organizations, for example, American Psychological Association (APA)Active in multiple DCAPBS, CHOP, regional, and national activitiesParticipates in the dissemination of psychological science and/or clinical care at a local, regional or national levelClinical Research (if applicable to role):Conducts research of significant scientific value relevant to their practice specialty.Participates in the design, planning and conduct of psychological research.Collaborates on data analysis and dissemination of findings.Composes/assists in developing publications for peer reviewed, scientific journals.Assists with the submission of applications for grants/contracts for funding of research projects.Responsible for appropriate use of research funds.May provide psychological services, supervision, and consultation within research protocols.

　　Other:Demonstrates commitment to Department/Division and hospitalCompletes all mandatory education requirements, annual PPD testing, flu vaccine and other vaccinations as per CHOP policyMaintain licensure including completion of required continuing educationCollaborates with internal staff to complete CHOP requirements to include but not limited to Medical Staff ApplicationEstablish plans for professional growth with supervisorParticipates