Clinical Health Psychologist Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Specialty

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Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Division of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at The University of Kansas Health System is seeking applications for a Clinical Health Psychologist Parkinsons and Movement Disorders Specialty to serve individuals as part of our interdisciplinary Parkinsons and movement disorders team which includes neurology neurosurgery neuropsychology dietetics research social work physical therapy and speech & language pathology. The individual selected for this position will join a rapidly growing 24-member Psychology Division at the Assistant Professor level.

Key Responsibilities:

This position includes assessment treatment psychoeducation and triage of outpatients with mental health needs; presurgical psychological evaluations for patients preparing for neurosurgical procedures including deep brain stimulation (DBS); and the provision of evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy targeting physical symptoms and medical condition management.

The successful candidate will participate in the education and supervision of psychology interns within our APA-accredited training program and provide additional didactic instruction and supervision to medical fellows residents and students. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with faculty on scholarly activities and providing health education and outreach to the local Parkinsons disease community.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate Degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology from an APA or CPA accredited doctoral program (with an APA approved clinical internship)
• One-year of relevant post-doctoral experience in health psychology
• Must be fully licensed or licensable in the State of Kansas (primary) and Missouri by the time of the appointment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on a multidisciplinary team
• Training in cognitive behavioral therapy protocols especially relevant for chronic physical illness populations (e.g. CBT for insomnia and for chronic pain; behavioral techniques for sexual dysfunction chronic illness management smoking cessation)

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous retirement contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Health dental and vision benefits
• LTD/STD and life insurance
• Professional liability insurance

About The University of Kansas Hospital:

Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045-bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The Health System consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care Center for Transplantation Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center and NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hard-earned commitment to nursing excellence.

About Kansas City:

A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus which is within close proximity to the citys top destinations including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts Union Station & Science City National WWI Museum Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art as well as the Country Club Plaza a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.

Overall the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage a strong economy a vibrant downtown area and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe suburban neighborhoods great restaurants and shopping miles of bike paths parks and lakes excellent schools (public private and universities for higher education).

The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs Kansas City Royals KC Current and T-Mobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC and Kansas City Mavericks. Visit for more information about Kansas City.

For more information contact:

Darci Deskin Senior Physician Recruiter

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Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin ancestry age disability veteran status genetic information or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity Equity & Inclusion .

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link .

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon among other things agreeing to the and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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