Description
About the Pediatric Psychologist
The Pediatric Psychologist will be responsible for conducting comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related developmental conditions, and for designing and implementing evidence-based intervention plans. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams within Dell Children's Medical Center to support optimal developmental, behavioral, and emotional outcomes for youth who are in acute crisis.
Essential Functions:
The Pediatric Psychologist will provide family-centered care by delivering psychoeducation on autism spectrum disorder and evidence-based interventions, while offering training and support to staff, trainees, and community partners. They remain current with emerging research and best practices in autism assessment and treatment.
The Pediatric Psychologist will conduct comprehensive developmental and psychological evaluations for children and adolescents, administering and interpreting standardized tools (e.g., ADOS-2, ADI-R, cognitive and adaptive measures). Additionally, the psychologist will integrate data from interviews, observations, and testing to inform accurate diagnoses, prepare clear and clinically meaningful reports, and deliver feedback to families in a compassionate and accessible manner, including practical recommendations for next steps.
The Pediatric Psychologist will routinely interact with external stakeholders, including emergency room and hospital physicians, staff and external community mental health providers to engage in collaborative care for identified at-risk youth and their families.
The Pediatric Psychologist will join our growing interdisciplinary faculty in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Dell Medical School. Engagement in provision of training, supervision and didactics for psychology interns and fellows, as well as participation in clinical research and general program development efforts through the Department, are encouraged. This position requires qualification for an academic appointment in the University of Texas at Austin's Dell Medical School and includes associated faculty benefits.
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Why Join Our Team
We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
• Doctoral degree from an APA or CPA accredited program in Clinical, Counseling or School Psychology
• Completion of an APA or CPA accredited internship in psychology
• Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in clinical child and adolescent or pediatric psychology
• Unrestricted license to practice psychology in the State of Texas or ability to obtain prior to appointment
• Eligibility and commitment to pursue board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology.
• Eligible for faculty appointment at The University of Texas Dell Medical School.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Clinical teaching experience
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Training in evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, Applied Behavior Analysis principles, parent-mediated interventions)
• Commitment to providing exemplary care and treatment that restores hope and helps patients and families live healthier, fuller lives
• Ability to interact with interdisciplinary colleagues, administrators, patients and families in a manner that represents the Dell Medical School positively
• Efficient organizational skills
• Sound judgment in decision-making
• Flexibility and adaptability to change
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Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application and submit a current CV and letter of interest.
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