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Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions develop expertise and drive innovation.

At CHOP your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric careand your career.

Brief Overview

The Pediatric Integrated Care Psychologist delivers brief assessments evidence-based interventions consultation and training to medical teams and families to support the behavioral emotional developmental and psychosocial needs of children and adolescents.

They may contribute actively to program development and QI activities serve as an educator role model and mentor and participate in local regional and national professional activities. They may engage in clinical research as appropriate for their role.

What you will do.

• Clinical Activity

• Performs clinical services at a percentage of effort as designated by the supervisor.

• Adheres to DCAPBS productivity standards.

• In settings where patients are scheduled into appointments presents an Epic schedule that rolls out per department/division guidelines delineating availability and anticipated vacation and conference time. Schedule must include enough openings to cover productivity expectations plus anticipated late cancellations/no shows.

• Follows all CHOP and DCAPBS policies and procedures regarding clinical and administrative activity associated with providing direct patient care.

• Assure that professional practice is in accordance with applicable professional and licensing body standards.

• Practices as an Independent Behavioral Health Clinician.

• Assures that CHOP DCAPBS Joint Commission and other regulatory bodies patient care standards are met.

• Assures that all CHOP and DCAPBS clinical and billing documentation standards are met.

• Assures that all the above standards are met through regular and periodic direct observation of clinical activity chart review and discussion with non-DCAPBS team members.

• May develop clinical and treatment protocols peer education programs and monitor compliance through direct observation and chart review.

• May collaborate with other DCAPBS clinicians to operationalize and grow empirically based models of care that best serve the needs of patients and families.

• Acting as a resource and mentor for DCAPBS clinicians

• Demonstrating leadership in developing programs and designing/executing QI and/or patient safety initiatives

• Collaborate with DCAPBS and other Department/Division colleagues to ensure that patients receive care consistent with the patients circumstances and needs.

• 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 ensure that patients are appropriately scheduled.

• Attends and participates in department/division/institution meetings appropriate for or required by role.

• Participates in education and training within the departments training programs. This may include providing clinical supervision lectures and facilitated learning experiences.

• Establishes themselves as providing high-quality educational experiences for department trainees.

• Contributes to interprofessional training activities and experiences.

• Participates in activities of the training faculty.

• Engages in professional activities.

• Membership in national professional organizations for example American Psychological Association (APA)

• Active in multiple DCAPBS CHOP regional and national activities

• Participates in the dissemination of psychological science and/or clinical care at a local regional or national level.

• Conducts research of significant scientific value relevant to their practice specialty.

• May collaborate on data analysis and dissemination of findings.

• Composes/assists in developing publications for peer-reviewed scientific journals.

• May assist with the submission of applications for grants/contracts for funding of research projects.

• Responsible for the appropriate use of research funds.

• May provide psychological services supervision and consultation within research protocols.

• Demonstrates commitment to Department/Division and hospital strategic goals.

• Completes all mandatory education requirements annual PPD testing flu vaccine and other vaccinations as per CHOP policy.

• Maintain licensure including completion of required continuing education.

• Collaborates with internal staff to complete CHOP requirements including but not limited to Medical Staff Application

• Establish plans for professional growth with a supervisor.

• Participates in clinical program development.

• Participates in community service.

• Participates in ongoing professional practice evaluations as a clinician and peer reviewer.

May assist with the submission of applications for grants/ contracts for funding of research or projects.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex national origin religion or any other legally protected categories in any employment training or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED - Required

• Bachelors Degree - Required

• Doctorate in Psychology - Required

Experience Qualifications

• APA or CPA Accredited internship training - Required and

• Completed post-doctoral training in child and adolescent-focused psychology - Required

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills (Required proficiency)

• Skill in exercising initiative judgment problem-solving and decision-making. (Required proficiency)

• Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with medical and administrative staff patients and the public. (Required proficiency)

• Epic training (Required proficiency)

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. (Required proficiency)

• Ability to communicate clearly. (Required proficiency)

• Ability to accept feedback and incorporate it into professional growth and own performance improvement. (Required proficiency)

• Maintains strictest confidentiality. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Psychologist (Pennsylvania) - State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required

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SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If youre working part-time your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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