Pediatric Health Psychologist - Pain Psychology
Company: Rady Children's Hospital-san Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY:The Chronic Pain Program at Rady Childrens Hospital
is seeking a full-time pediatric pain psychologist to join our
expanding and ambitious team. The outpatient Chronic Pain Program,
affiliated with our Rehabilitation Medicine division, treats youth
with a variety of chronic pain conditions and associated functional
disability. (Our team currently consists of one pediatric pain
psychologist and one pain medicine physician.)The successful
applicant will share our interest in and commitment to providing
excellent family-centered care for children and adolescents
struggling with chronic pain and comorbid mental health concerns.
Desired clinical skills in pediatric pain management include,
experience providing cognitive-behavioral therapy and mind-body
interventions to help youth cope with pain and return to
functioning. We are excited to recruit a psychologist to become a
valued member of our highly motivated and collaborative team.The
Health Psychologist provides direct patient care in various
locations within RCHSD. Works collaboratively with treatment teams
internal and external partners, and agencies in the development of
clinical programming. Works to support the department in the
advancement of behavioral health initiatives that aim to improve
the health of pediatric populations. When indicated conducts
testing, assessments, develops care plans, and implements
evidence-based therapies. Psychologist completes documentation per
department standards and regulatory guidelines. Participates and
leads ongoing initiatives of the department to support the vision
and innovation of integrated health care.MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:Doctorate Degree (non MD)2 years of experienceCA
Licensed PsychologistBLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by
AHASuccessfully complete the credentialing process through Medical
Staff ServicesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:3 years of
experienceAcademic emphasis on assessment of children and child
developmentThe expected hiring range for this position is $45.74 to
$62.92Rady Childrens Hospital is committed to compensation that is
externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate
this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain
competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit,
healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the
full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range
for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety
of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique
skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity.by Jobble
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