Pediatric Psychologist

Pediatric Psychologist We are seeking qualified pediatric psychologists to join various specialty teams at Akron Children's Hospital: Specialty Areas & Responsibilities Gastroenterology and Colorectal Surgery – Provide outpatient and inpatient consultation and intervention services for GI-related diagnoses, join multidisciplinary clinics, and develop a colorectal psychology program. Epilepsy – Collaborate with neurology and neurosurgery, focus on adjustment and adherence, provide inpatient/outpatient care, and develop psychology involvement in epilepsy clinics. Rheumatology – Develop an integrated psychology program, screen children with chronic rheumatologic conditions, provide consultation in multidisciplinary clinics, and build relationships with the medical team. Nephrology – Offer collaborative care for youth with kidney-related conditions, address medical adherence and coping, contribute to pre‑transplant evaluations, and improve quality of life. Feeding Disorders Program – Join the interdisciplinary feeding team, conduct evaluations, and treat feeding difficulties such as ARFID and PFD; engage in program development and research. Behavioral Sleep Medicine – Evaluate and treat behavioral sleep concerns in the AASM‑accredited sleep center, collaborate with medical and behavioral health teams, and address sleep quality issues. Medical Coping Clinic The Medical Coping Clinic provides generalist pediatric psychology services in regional areas. Psychologists establish clinics across Ohio, offer general pediatric psychology care, and may provide leadership opportunities, supervision to masters-level therapists, and engage in program development, quality improvement, and clinical research. Requirements Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in clinical, counseling, or educational psychology from an APA‑accredited program, completion of an APA‑accredited internship (child or pediatric emphasis preferred), license eligibility in the State of Ohio, and strong interest in evidence-based pediatric psychology. What you can expect Competitive, guaranteed base salary Collaboration with a supportive, integrated team Comprehensive benefits package Opportunities for personal and professional growth Generous vacation and CME time Impressive recruitment incentives A well‑balanced work/life culture Akron Children's is a 501(c)(3) site that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the federal government. #J-18808-Ljbffr