Pediatric Psychologist

Hiring Department : UICOMP-Pediatrics Location : Peoria, IL USA Requisition ID : 1041958 Posting Close Date : 9/28/2026 Salary : $108,000 to $140,000 per year Position Summary The Sections of Child Development, Endocrinology, and Pulmonology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria are looking to add a Pediatric Psychologist to the program. The Pediatric Psychologist will provide psychological assessment, consultation, and intervention services to children, adolescents and families within Child Development, Pediatric Endocrinology and Pediatric Pulmonology clinics. As an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team, the Pediatric Psychologist will work alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, therapists, and other specialists to support the emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of pediatric patients with complex medical and developmental conditions. Duties & Responsibilities Provide clinical care to children with complex medical needs in the pediatric specialties of child development, endocrinology, and pulmonology. Provide behavioral assessment and intervention to children within Child Development, Peds Pulmonology (Cystic Fibrosis, Home Vent and Sleep Medicine clinics), and Peds Endocrinology (Pediatric Diabetes Resource Center and Pediatric Endocrinology clinic). Participate in teaching medical students, residents, and other health professionals. Develop & conduct clinical and/or basic research in the field of Pediatric Psychology. Perform other duties of a University faculty member, including committee assignments, curriculum development, research, supervision, and administration. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Doctoral degree in psychology (PhD or PsyD) with subspecialty training in health psychology. Eligibility for clinical licensure in the State of Illinois. Evidence of academic productivity as evidenced by training, published papers, and conference presentation. Preferred Qualifications Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology. Experience working with children and their families who have complex medical conditions. Prior experience mentoring students and trainees. Evidence of excellence in clinical care. Interest in working with cystic fibrosis, sleep, and medically complex patients. Benefits The position is eligible for benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr