Pediatric Neuropsychology - Outpatient Generalist

Description The Emory + Children’s Pediatric Institute, in collaboration with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, is seeking one full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist (1.0 FTE) in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Neurology. Our team is committed to providing high quality clinical care, building strong research collaborations, and offering varied training experiences. This neuropsychologist will conduct outpatient evaluations as well as support our epilepsy team, predominantly at the Scottish Rite campus. Experience conducting epilepsy-specific assessments and procedures (pre‑and post‑surgical evaluations, fMRI, Wada, cortical mapping, SEEG) is highly desired. Opportunities for providing consultative services in outpatient medical clinics are also possible. Our Pediatric Neuropsychology Team The Department of Neuropsychology at Children’s is one of the largest in the Southeast region. Our team currently includes 13 neuropsychologists (7 are board certified), five psychometrists, and an accredited training program. The Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) is located on the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Scottish Rite campus. Minimum Qualifications Requirements include a doctoral degree from an accredited (APA/CPA) training program and a formal postdoctoral fellowship in neuropsychology with an emphasis on pediatrics. Candidates should be license eligible in Georgia and hold (or be prepared to seek) board certification in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP/ABCN). Bilingual applicants (Spanish/English) are encouraged. Job Duties & Responsibilities 1. Clinical Service Provides effective delivery of services appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and functional level, predominantly in the outpatient setting Completes intakes, screenings, and cognitive evaluations according to departmental standards Conducts epilepsy specific assessments and procedures as indicated (pre‑ and post‑surgical evaluations, fMRI, Wada, cortical mapping, SEEG) Consults and collaborates with the large multidisciplinary epilepsy team Attends epilepsy surgery and team conferences Conceptualizes test findings to develop appropriate recommendations and therapeutic interventions Provides brain injury education to families and caregivers concerning neuropathology and management of neuropsychological deficits Communicates relevant information at the patient/family level of understanding Completes necessary documentation and ensures communication in a timely manner to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement Bills appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Provides supervision to allied health providers, trainees (externs, interns, fellows), psychometrists, and other staff, as appropriate Demonstrates commitment to continuous professional growth and improvement Contributes to efforts to promote high quality patient care, patient access, and high standards of safety throughout service provision Delivers competent patient care to patients from newborn to 20 years of age Demonstrates and practices family‑centered care Identifies patient/family need for services from ancillary departments and provides follow‑up and referral as necessary 2. Research Collaborates with providers across and outside of the department to promote research endeavors and program development Actively supports and engages in collaborative research activities of interest Seeks additional opportunities to support and lead research efforts as time and interest allow 3. Teaching Provides direct supervision for trainees (graduate students, interns/residents, fellows), ensuring adequate opportunities for training through teaching, patient contact, case review and research Participates in various didactic opportunities 4. Administrative Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area and the organization overall Participates in activities that enhance professional development Participates in program development activities for the team, including research, quality, patient access, and/or patient experience initiatives Completes and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the assigned area Position tasks are required to be performed in‑person at an Emory University location; remote work is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. EEO Statement Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. 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