Pediatric Psychologist

Akron Children's Hospital is dedicated to building a diverse workforce – one that reflects our patient population and represents the communities we serve. You feel it in the atmosphere as soon as you enter through the doors. You experience it every day with your colleagues, staff, patients, and their families. Once you're here, you know you're home. The Division Of Pediatric Psychology At Akron Children's Hospital (ACH) is seeking to grow our team with open several pediatric psychologist positions. Opportunities to specialize in one or more areas of pediatric subspecialty medicine exist based on candidates' interest and expertise. Behavioral Sleep Medicine – The role offers the opportunity to join an established and growing multidisciplinary team in the AASM‑accredited sleep center. The psychologist will evaluate and treat behavioral sleep concerns including insomnia, nightmare disorders, nighttime fears, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and concerns with sleep quality. Embedded within the outpatient Sleep Center, close collaboration with medical and behavioral health team members is encouraged. Palliative Care – A nationally recognized palliative care program provides specialized care for children and adolescents with serious illnesses. The role is highly integrated into a multidisciplinary team including pediatric palliative care physicians, nursing, social work, bereavement coordinator, chaplaincy, child life specialists, and expressive and developmental therapists. Epilepsy – This role collaborates with neurology and neurosurgery for patients in treatment for seizure and epilepsy diagnoses, focusing on adjustment to the diagnosis and adherence to medical recommendations, including ketogenic diet. Opportunities include both inpatient and outpatient care, including consultation for patients being evaluated for epilepsy surgeries. Program development in establishing psychology involvement in epilepsy clinics and community outreach is also available. Oncology – Embedded within our oncology division, this role offers the opportunity to join an established and growing Pediatric Oncology service. The psychologist will collaborate with a large team of medical providers, nurses, physical/occupational therapists, social work, child life, chaplaincy, palliative care, expressive therapies, and school liaison/teachers. The psychologist will evaluate and treat patients with a cancer diagnosis and/or BMT across inpatient, outpatient, and multidisciplinary clinics. Nephrology – This role provides opportunity to expand and build an integrated service within our Nephrology Division. The psychologist will provide collaborative care for youth with kidney‑related conditions, including end‑stage renal disease, dialysis, and post‑renal transplant. Common presenting concerns include medical adherence, adjustment, coping with medical course, pre‑transplant evaluations, and improving quality of life. Feeding Disorders Program – The psychologist will join a growing Interdisciplinary Feeding Team, including psychologists, occupational and speech therapists, and registered dieticians. The psychologist will conduct individual and team evaluations and provide treatment for children with feeding difficulties, including ARFID and PFD. Opportunities for program development and clinical research are encouraged. Opportunities for engagement in program development, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical research are robust, regardless of area of clinical specialization. Research support is available through protected time, collaboration with the Research Institute for coordination and statistical support, and additional funding for travel to present research at national and international conferences. Psychologists have strong partnerships with local universities for clinical research and student mentorship. Research mentorship and peer collaboration opportunities are also robust. Training and supervision opportunities are available to all psychologists. Akron Children's Hospital has a robust externship program in collaboration with area universities, a newly developed Pediatric Psychology Internship Program, and an established Pediatric Psychology Fellowship Program. Psychologists work closely with pediatric residents and fellows training in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, Child Psychiatry, and several medical subspecialties to provide interprofessional education. Opportunities to teach medical students through collaboration with Northeast Ohio Medical University are also available. Educational and mentorship support is available for new supervisors and those looking to enhance educator skills. Requirements Requirements include a doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in clinical, counseling, or educational psychology from an APA‑accredited doctoral program, completion of an APA‑accredited internship (child or pediatric emphasis preferred), license eligibility in the State of Ohio, and a strong interest in evidence‑based pediatric psychology practice. This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government. This Opportunity Offers Attractive guaranteed base salary Starting Bonus Quality Bonus Comprehensive benefits package Occurrence‑based malpractice Relocation assistance Generous vacation and CME time/money Student loan repayment strategies #J-18808-Ljbffr