Job Description Summary

The Psychologist will assess and treat patients with physical disability due to traumatic injuries or illnesses to assist patients in dealing with emotional reaction to their disability. The psychologist acts as an integral part of the treatment team for their designated inpatient floor. The psychologist will receive an academic appointment at Northwestern Medicine – Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department based on academic, research, and clinical experience.

The Psychologist will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Psychologist will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Psychologist will:

• Interviews patients, families and other appropriate personnel to obtain information regarding patient's personal, medical, psychiatric, substance use, and social history.

• Conducts psychological and neuropsychological evaluations.

• Provide consultation and therapeutic intervention for individuals, families, and groups.

• Engage in evidenced-based interventions, including, but not limited to Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness based interventions, and relaxation training.

• Lead and/or cofacilitate psychoeducational groups.

• Consults with treatment teams regarding psychological and neuropsychological factors that would affect implementation of rehabilitation programs and patient-therapist relationships.

• The psychologist additionally provides capacity evaluations, behavioral management plans, and suicide assessments, as needed. 

• Co-treats with other allied health disciplines when emotional and/or behavioral factors interfere with rehabilitation progress.

• Provides discharge planning and follow-up services including referrals for patients and families. 

• Maintains patient documentation per organization requirements. 

• Participate in Psychology Training with Doctoral-Level Advanced Practicum Students, including individual supervision, group supervision, and didactics.

• Participation in Psychology Training for Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Rehabilitation Psychology.

• Provide professional presentations as requested (e.g., faculty development, grand rounds, medical school teaching)

• Academic appointment at Northwestern Medicine – Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department based on academic, research, and clinical experience.

• Participates in research activities.

• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to the Manager, Psychology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of psychological principles, inter-relational dynamics, individual and group behavior, and behavior modification techniques normally acquired through completion of PhD or Psy.D. from an American Psychological Association accredited school and successful completion of both a clinical internship and fellowship.

• Current eligibility for licensure by State of Illinois required.

• Completion of an accredited fellowship in rehabilitation psychology, health psychology and/or clinical neuropsychology is preferred.

• Prior experience in an inpatient and/or outpatient rehabilitation setting is preferred.

• Ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients and families, and with physicians and team members.

• Analytical skills to select and interpret neuropsychological and/or psychological tests assess patient disorders and formulate treatment plans.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Pay and Benefits*:

 

Pay Range:

$82,300.00 - $136,700.00 

Benefits:

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits

 

*Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.