Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Position Details

Department: PCMG-MAIN | Neuropsychology


Location: Phoenix


Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm

Category: Physician/Div Chief/Med Dir


Posting #: 987513


Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Posting Note: Phoenix Children's is actively recruiting a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join our thriving and collaborative Division of Neuropsychology. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a nationally recognized pediatric healthcare system that is consistently ranked among the best children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Our institution is home to one of the largest pediatric neurosciences programs in the U.S., with one of the top five highest clinical volumes nationwide.

About the Role
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide outpatient neuropsychological evaluation and consultation for children and adolescents with a wide range of medical, neurological, and neurodevelopmental conditions affecting the central nervous system (CNS). You'll be joining a team of eight skilled pediatric neuropsychologists and working closely with interdisciplinary teams across various specialty areas.

This role offers the opportunity to practice within a robust pediatric medical setting where your work will directly inform diagnosis, guide treatment planning, and support long-term management for patients with complex medical needs. Clinical referrals commonly originate from services including:
• Neurology
• Neurosurgery
• Oncology & Hematology
• Cardiology
• Metabolic & Genetic Disorders
• Concussion & Sports Medicine

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive, developmentally appropriate neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents with CNS-related conditions
• Provide meaningful clinical feedback and consultation to families and medical teams regarding diagnosis, cognitive functioning, educational planning, and treatment recommendations
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, whole-child care
• Supervise and mentor trainees including graduate students, interns, postdoctoral fellows, and medical residents, as part of Phoenix Children's educational mission
• Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives aligned with your interests and institutional priorities
• Engage in academic activities, with faculty appointment opportunities through the University of Arizona College of Medicine and potential affiliations with Mayo Clinic, Creighton University, and Midwestern University

Qualifications
• Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) from an APA- or CPA-accredited program in clinical psychology or a related field with formal training in neuropsychology
• Completion of an APA- or CPA-accredited internship
• Completion of a 2-year postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology
• Licensed in the State of Arizona prior to the start date
• Board certification (or actively pursuing board certification) in Clinical Neuropsychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)
• Demonstrated expertise in pediatric neuropsychological assessment within a medical setting
• Strong clinical, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
• Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency is strongly preferred due to the diverse patient population served

Why Join Phoenix Children's
• Be part of a nationally ranked children's health system with world-class subspecialty programs and a commitment to innovation and excellence
• Work in a vibrant, growing Neuropsychology division with opportunities to shape and expand clinical programs
• Enjoy academic and research opportunities within a leading pediatric health system
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including relocation assistance and continuing education support
• Live and work in Phoenix, a dynamic city offering sunny weather year-round, affordable cost of living, and access to world-class outdoor activities, and cultural events

For questions and inquiries, please contact:
David Blaha
Provider Talent Acquisition Partner
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1. Neuropsychologist shall provide patient care services as assigned by the chief of the division. a. Provides direct patient care services on an inpatient and outpatient basis. b. Provides subspecialty consultations and follow-up. c. Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services/procedures. d. Assists the chief with the administration and provision of appropriate attending on-call coverage of emergencies.

Position Duties

• Provide direct patient care services
  
  
  Provide neuropsychological diagnostic and therapeutic services/procedures in the ambulatory and inpatient setting.
  
  
• Support the medical education programs and activities of the division
  
  
  Provide direction supervision of psychological and neuropsychological for medical students, residents, fellows and allied health care professionals for the delivery of inpatient and outpatient services
  
  
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.


We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable