Doctorate's Degree in clinically relevant field of Psychology, specializing in clinical or rehabilitation neuropsychology.
Previous experience in a neuropsychology or rehabilitation psychology setting.
Active psychology license is required.
Ability to diagnose and treat neuropsychological conditions effectively.
Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough reviews of medical records for accurate diagnosis.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients.
Monitor client progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed.
Document evaluation and treatment activities per clinical guidelines.
Contribute to financial objectives through accurate coding and productivity management.
Provide services to both inpatient and outpatient populations based on expertise.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment teams to enhance client care.
Benefits
Professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance expertise.
Supportive, collaborative work environment promoting interdisciplinary approaches.
Access to ongoing professional education and training.
Involvement in innovative treatment practices and patient care strategies.
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Provides services to patients/clients who have mental impairments and adjustment difficulties (cognitive, behavioral, emotional) related to functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other causes. Acts to enhance mental/emotional well being; provides prevention education; promotes health, wellness and psycho social reintegration; contributes to prevent/minimize disability.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
DIAGNOSES AND TREATS DISORDERS
Conducts thorough reviews of medical records and other referring documentation
Obtains accessory information from family members, clinical staff and other relevant sources of information
Interviews and observes client, obtaining additional information regarding cognitive, behavioral and emotional functioning
Diagnoses psychological/neuropsychological conditions present or suspected
Develops and implements appropriate plan of care that may include direct psychological/neuropsychological treatment interventions, additional assessment, recommendations for care by other treatment team members or other professionals
Selects and directs or performs administration of neuropsychological and other assessment measures
Interprets results of assessment and produces timely, thorough assessment reports with appropriate recommendations to the client and referring party
Provides feedback on results of assessments to client and others as appropriate, as well as to referring party
Monitors progress and reviews and adapts treatment efforts in conjunction with client and relevant significant others
Coordinates efforts with other treating professionals and agencies
Participates in professional collaborations and/or interdisciplinary treatment teams to maximize client progress
Acts to assure availability of help for crisis management and resolution
DOCUMENTATION
Accurately documents activities of evaluation, assessment and treatment
Documentation meets clinical policy and procedure guidelines
CONTRIBUTES TO MEETING FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES
Submits accurate diagnosis codes and charges for services rendered
Meets clinical productivity expectations
Assists in planning and conducting departmental operations to maximize efficiency and productivity
Helps plan and accepts assignments based on areas of clinical competence and organizational needs
ASSURES QUALITY SERVICE FOR CLIENTS
Provides services as needed to both inpatient and outpatient populations consistent with training and expertise
Facilitating discharge/discontinuation of services as appropriate by analyzing achievement of anticipated goals and expected outcomes, planning discharge/discontinuation and providing appropriate home instruction, follow-up or referral.
Follows appropriate Good Shepherd and other relevant policies, rules, regulations, and legal requirements as well as adhering to ethical principles of the profession of Psychology
MAINTAINS PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Maintains current knowledge of practice in areas of professional activity by completing professional education activities, keeping current with professional publications, and collaborating with relevant professionals
Establishes and sustains professional contacts and networks to support expertise and contacts in the professional community
CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT
Functions as part of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team within programmatic areas of responsibility
Demonstrates flexibility in helping to provide necessary clinical coverage for client base and clinical programs
Assists with development and growth of students and clinical colleagues within Psychology and across institution
Provides education to others, contributing from own areas of professional expertise
Promotes positive work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Doctorate's Degree in clinically relevant field of Psychology with training in the area of clinical neuropsychology or rehabilitation neuropsychology required
Work Experience
Previous experiencein a neuropsychology or rehabilitation psychology setting required
