Minimum of three years overseeing evidence-based neuropsychological assessment programs
Proficient in MS Office tools and electronic medical record software (preferably EPIC)
Experience supervising clinical staff and healthcare programs
Skilled in communicating and teaching evidence-based practices to diverse groups
Responsibilities
Oversee neuropsychology programming and staff training
Ensure adherence to effective evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment protocols
Liaise with Psychiatry and Behavioral Health departments on service delivery
Develop and implement education materials for clinical staff
Monitor clinical program outcomes and staff performance
Benefits
Attractive guaranteed base salary
Starting bonus and quality bonus
Comprehensive benefits package
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Relocation assistance
Generous vacation and CME time/resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Full Job Description
Program Director - Neuropsychology
The "Program Director for Neuropsychology" is responsible for oversight of programming, staff training, and ensuring adherence to the most effective evidence based psychological assessment and treatment modalities for neuropsychology services. They report directly to the Director of Psychology and serve as a liaison between the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and departments/divisions where neuropsychology services are provided.
Technical Expertise 1. Skilled in communicating evidence-based practice findings to diverse audiences. 2. Ability to develop and deliver evidence-based practice education and training materials to diverse audiences. 3. Experience in developing and implementing evidence-based practice programs. 4. Experience supervising clinical staff and overseeing clinical programs. 5. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. 6. Experience working with electronic medical record software, such as EPIC, is preferred.
Requirements: Ph.D. or Psy.D. in child clinical psychology/pediatric psychology including completion of an internship in an APA/CPA-accredited child psychology/pediatric psychology program, eligibility for licensure in Ohio, and completion of a formal two-year Pediatric Neuropsychology Post-doctoral Fellowship (APPCN preferred). Experience with medical populations is preferred. Board certification in Clinical Neuropsychology must be obtained within 5 years of hire.
Education and Experience
1. Years of relevant experience contributing and overseeing evidence-based neuropsychological assessment program and clinical staff: minimum of three years preferred. 2. Education: PhD or PsyD, ABPP certification required
What you can expect: • Competitive, guaranteed base salary • Collaboration with a supportive, integrated team • Comprehensive benefits package • Opportunities for personal and professional growth • Generous vacation and CME time • Impressive recruitment incentives • A well-balanced work / life culture
Akron Children's is a 501(c)(3) site that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the federal government.
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About Akron Children''s Hospital
Akron Children's Hospital is a pediatric acute care hospital in Northeast Ohio that provides care to infants, children, adolescents, young adults, aged 0–21 and even some older adults.