Pediatric Psychologist Specializing in Chronic Pain and Functional Disorders

Overview Pediatric Psychologist Specializing in Chronic Pain and Functional Disorders The Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a pediatric psychologist with expertise and interest in treating pediatric pain disorders and other conditions resulting in functional disability. Our growing treatment programs at Primary Childrens Hospital provide comprehensive interdisciplinary care and education to address the complex needs of children and adolescents with chronic medical illness throughout the Intermountain West. Program The PAUSE program (Pain, Autonomic dysfunction, Unexplained Symptoms, Evidence-based care) is a vibrant team of professionals developing interdisciplinary diagnostic, treatment, and education services for children and adolescents with functional disability, associated with postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and other autonomic disorders, long COVID syndrome, functional pain syndromes, chronic fatigue, and functional neurological disorders. There are opportunities to join our interdisciplinary headache program and/or our motility and colorectal clinics working with patients experiencing pain and functional disability related to gut-brain interaction disorders and other overlapping conditions. Responsibilities The pediatric psychologist will work closely with nursing, OT/PT, psychiatry, community- and hospital-based pediatricians, and several sub-specialty physicians. The psychologist is critical to the implementation of cognitive-behavioral therapies for chronic pain patients. Responsibilities include identification and treatment of psychosocial issues and the implementation of psychoeducational and psychotherapeutic modalities, individually, in groups, and as part of an integrated team to address health-associated functional disability. Qualifications PhD or PsyD from an accredited psychology training program. APA-approved internship specializing in clinical child or pediatric psychology. Requisite experience including fellowship in health psychology or equivalent experience with medical patients in a hospital setting. Ideal candidate will have additional experience with pediatric feeding disorders and familiarity with chronic pain and functional disorders. Selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at an academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications. Department and Benefits The Department and University offer a competitive salary and unmatched benefits program including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The department supports faculty development and mentoring to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators. Location Salt Lake City, Utah. The city offers cultural amenities, access to outdoor activities, and a gateway to regional parks and ski resorts. How to Apply To apply, visit the posting: Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, contact Lisa Giles, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, at lis View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator or the Office for Civil Rights. For more information, see and Online reports may be submitted at #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.