Neuropsychologist

Job Description

Position: Neuropsychologist

Department: Behavioral Health

Location: 6374 Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659

Employment Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Director of Behavioral Health

Compensation: $100,000 – 135,000 annually

Midwest Refuah Health Center (MRHC) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Neuropsychologist to join our team. This role involves providing expert diagnostic assessments, therapeutic interventions, and consultation services to patients across various age groups. The Neuropsychologist will play a vital role in evaluating and addressing cognitive, behavioral, and emotional challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis:
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• Perform comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for patients with neurological, psychiatric, and developmental disorders.
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• Utilize a variety of testing tools to assess cognitive functioning, memory, attention, executive skills, and emotional well-being.
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• Therapeutic Interventions:
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• Develop and implement tailored treatment plans to address identified cognitive and psychological challenges.
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• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions for patients and their families to improve functioning and quality of life.
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• Collaboration and Consultation:
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• Work closely with physicians, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare providers to develop integrated care plans.
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• Offer expert consultation to medical and clinical teams regarding patient care strategies.
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• Patient and Family Support:
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• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and coping strategies.
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• Provide guidance and resources to enhance patient and family understanding and engagement in the care process.
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• Research and Education (Optional):
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• Participate in research initiatives to advance the understanding and treatment of neuropsychological conditions.
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• Conduct staff training sessions to enhance understanding of neuropsychological principles and practices.
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Qualifications:

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• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology or Neuropsychology from an accredited program.
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• Completion of an APPIC-approved internship with a focus on neuropsychology or psychological testing.
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• Postdoctoral training in neuropsychology is highly preferred.
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• Licensure as a Clinical Psychologist in Illinois or eligibility to obtain licensure.
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• Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP-CN) is preferred.
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• Experience working with diverse patient populations, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric cases.
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Skills and Attributes:

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• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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• A compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
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• Proficiency in using neuropsychological testing tools and techniques.
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• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Midwest Refuah Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, pregnancy or related conditions, or disability. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, walk up and down stairs, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.