Rehabilitation Psychologist
Rehabilitation Psychologist
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23-07-2025
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The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Rehabilitation Psychologist with strong leadership capabilities to oversee and expand its Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Neuropsychology program across two leading hospitals and affiliated outpatient clinics. This is a unique opportunity to take on both clinical and administrative leadership roles within a rapidly growing and dynamic healthcare system. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the program while also mentoring and engaging with residents fellows and medical students in one of the nations largest and most prestigious PM&R training programs. This position offers the chance to make a lasting impact on both the clinical care and educational development of future healthcare professionals.
Research Environment: Collaborate with basic science and clinical teams to support interdisciplinary research with ample resources for biostatistical administrative and logistical support.
Faculty Benefits: Competitive salary healthcare plans retirement benefits flexible work schedules on-campus transportation and access to nearby daycare services.
Dallas-Fort Worth Area: Known for its thriving cultural scene excellent shopping major sports teams and affordable housing making it a highly desirable location.
Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a doctorate in clinical psychology from an accredited university and at least 5 years psychology practice experience preferrably Rehabilitation Psychology.
In addition the selected candidate must obtain a Texas Psychology License must be Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Professional Psychology in Rehabilitation Psychology and/or Neuropsychology. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
Role Responsibilities and Duties: Clinically the ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing and addressing the psychological needs of individuals dealing with disabilities or chronic health conditions. They will help clients cope with the emotional and cognitive challenges that arise from their conditions and guide them in developing effective coping strategies. This role involves creating and implementing personalized rehabilitation plans tailored to each clients unique needs and abilities. The psychologist will also work in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team including physicians occupational therapists and social workers to ensure comprehensive care and promote the clients maximum independence. The candidate must demonstrate empathy strong problem-solving skills and the ability to support clients in achieving both emotional well-being and functional independence.
Administratively the ideal candidate will have proven track record of success as a leader in a complex setting such as an academic medical center and a dynamic healthcare organization. They are dedicated to fostering growth and development among faculty staff and trainees and are committed to advancing the reputation of the section and its members through their collective success. The candidate will possess strong financial acumen and demonstrate the ability to manage both revenue and expenses effectively. They will have a deep understanding of the financial goals within the healthcare system and will work proactively to help achieve them. As a visible and inclusive leader the candidate will inspire motivate and challenge faculty and staff while holding them accountable. With exceptional interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence they will be a collaborative team player promoting an open leadership style that fosters partnerships and inclusivity.
Interested applicants should apply online at and provide an electronic version of their curriculum vitae.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination including discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age disability genetic information citizenship status or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research work on or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include:
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare no copay
Paid Time Off available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Research Environment: Collaborate with basic science and clinical teams to support interdisciplinary research with ample resources for biostatistical administrative and logistical support.
Faculty Benefits: Competitive salary healthcare plans retirement benefits flexible work schedules on-campus transportation and access to nearby daycare services.
Dallas-Fort Worth Area: Known for its thriving cultural scene excellent shopping major sports teams and affordable housing making it a highly desirable location.
Minimum Qualifications: This position requires a doctorate in clinical psychology from an accredited university and at least 5 years psychology practice experience preferrably Rehabilitation Psychology.
In addition the selected candidate must obtain a Texas Psychology License must be Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Professional Psychology in Rehabilitation Psychology and/or Neuropsychology. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
Role Responsibilities and Duties: Clinically the ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing and addressing the psychological needs of individuals dealing with disabilities or chronic health conditions. They will help clients cope with the emotional and cognitive challenges that arise from their conditions and guide them in developing effective coping strategies. This role involves creating and implementing personalized rehabilitation plans tailored to each clients unique needs and abilities. The psychologist will also work in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team including physicians occupational therapists and social workers to ensure comprehensive care and promote the clients maximum independence. The candidate must demonstrate empathy strong problem-solving skills and the ability to support clients in achieving both emotional well-being and functional independence.
Administratively the ideal candidate will have proven track record of success as a leader in a complex setting such as an academic medical center and a dynamic healthcare organization. They are dedicated to fostering growth and development among faculty staff and trainees and are committed to advancing the reputation of the section and its members through their collective success. The candidate will possess strong financial acumen and demonstrate the ability to manage both revenue and expenses effectively. They will have a deep understanding of the financial goals within the healthcare system and will work proactively to help achieve them. As a visible and inclusive leader the candidate will inspire motivate and challenge faculty and staff while holding them accountable. With exceptional interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence they will be a collaborative team player promoting an open leadership style that fosters partnerships and inclusivity.
Interested applicants should apply online at and provide an electronic version of their curriculum vitae.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination including discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age disability genetic information citizenship status or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215 which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research work on or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing and include:
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare no copay
Paid Time Off available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Employment Type
Full-Time
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