Job Description

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Oversees and develops neurofunctional assessments, including neuropsychological and psychological batteries. Assists with translating the findings from these batteries into therapeutic approaches which can be utilized by a transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary team. Participates in the supervision of students/residents. Counsels and educates families concerning neuropathology and management of neuropsychological deficits. Assists with the coordination of a clinical database and promotes research. Assists in the development of policies and procedures to provide the highest quality of care for patients within the scope of practice and established standards for psychologists. Maintains the highest standards of safety throughout service provision. Cooperates and collaborates with parents, caretakers, and other professionals to meet the total needs of the patient and family.

Experience

• Special training and/or experience in pediatric neuropsychology
• 4 years of experience in direct assessment and care of patients identified as having neurological diagnoses in an inpatient and outpatient setting
• Experience in providing family therapy/counseling related to issues of impaired neurofunctioning

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Psychology

Certification Summary

• Georgia licensed neuropsychologist or eligible with proof of application
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent writing and research skills
• Ability to supervise students

Job Responsibilities

• Provides effective delivery of services appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment.
• Implements and oversees inpatient cognitive remediation techniques.
• Provides appropriate assessment and appropriate treatment.
• Develops and successfully implements assessment standards and treatment plans that support established goals.
• Documents weekly/monthly treatment notes following established standards.
• Completes discharge and follows up according to departmental standards.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement.
• Bills appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
• Provides supervision to the psychometrician and students.
• Supports and participates in continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided.
• Delivers competent patient care, integrating infection control and body substance precautions, patient safety, body mechanics, and knowledge of growth and development.
• Delivers competent patient care to patients from newborn to 21 years of age.
• Demonstrates and practices family-centered care.
• Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.
• Communicates relevant information at the patient/family level of understanding.
• Identifies patient/family need for services from ancillary departments and provides follow-up and referral as necessary.
• Includes family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program.

Available position

• Outpatient Generalist and Complex Epilepsy (1.0 clinical FTE): This neuropsychologist will conduct outpatient evaluations as well as support our epilepsy team, predominantly at the Scottish Rite campus. Experience conducting epilepsy-specific assessments and procedures (pre- and post-surgical evaluations, fMRI, Wada, cortical mapping, SEEG) is highly desired. Opportunities for providing consultative services in outpatient medical clinics is also possible.
• Select candidates will be eligible for an academic appointment at the Emory University School of Medicine, with rank commensurate with qualifications and experience. In addition, there are opportunities to engage in collaborative research. Consultative services in medical clinics are also possible. The pediatric neuropsychologist will have the opportunity to supervise trainees, including doctoral level graduate students (externs), interns, and fellows as part of our APPCN-affiliated postdoctoral fellowship and APA-accredited internship. Our site is committed to providing resources for individuals from diverse backgrounds with bilingual (Spanish/English) providers and staff. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Neuropsychology at Children's

We have one of the leading neuropsychology practices in the Southeast including neuropsychologists and psychometrists.

• We see patients with complex medical and neurological histories throughout development (birth to age 21) in different settings (inpatient, outpatient, clinics) at different time points (acute, chronic) covering various subspecialties.
• Primary referral sources include Neurology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Neurosurgery and Cardiology.
• Common diagnoses include acquired injuries (TBI, anoxic brain injury, stroke, abusive head trauma [AHT]), new onset illness (meningitis/encephalitis, brain tumors), as well as various neurodevelopmental and chronic neurological conditions (cerebral palsy, spina bifida, epilepsy).

NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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