Pediatric Psychologist

Pediatric Psychologist More Than a Job, It's a Calling At Akron Children's, helping patients and families is at the heart of all we do. We are the only freestanding, independent pediatric hospital in the region, and our compassionate providers are committed to delivering a lasting and meaningful impact. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned specialist, you'll find opportunities to expand your skills, pursue leadership roles, participate in research and help shape the future of pediatric health care. If you're ready to make a difference in a collaborative, child-centered environment, we can't wait to meet you! Department-Specific Summary: The Division of Pediatric Psychology at Akron Children's Hospital (ACH) is seeking to grow our team with several open pediatric psychologist positions. Opportunities to specialize in one or more areas of pediatric subspecialty medicine exist based on candidates' interest and expertise: Gastroenterology and Colorectal Surgery . Highly integrated into the Divisions of Gastroenterology and Surgery, this role offers the opportunity to provide both outpatient and inpatient consultation and intervention services to patients with a variety of GI-related diagnoses. The psychologist can join the well-established multidisciplinary Constipation Clinic and DGBI Clinics, along with the multidisciplinary group treatment program for pediatric functional constipation (Poop Group!). Opportunities in program development are robust, including establishing a comprehensive colorectal psychology program and increasing programing for children with chronic GI conditions including IBD and Celiac Disease. Epilepsy. This role provides opportunities to collaboratewith 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 in partnering with local support groups is also available. Rheumatology. As a growing division, a psychologist is sought to develop an integrated psychology program within the Rheumatology Division. Following guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology to regularly screen children with chronic rheumatological conditions for anxiety and depression, the medical team is seeking a psychologist that can provide consultation and care for these patients. Common diagnoses include Vasculitis (including GPA/MPA), Lupus, and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA). Participating in an established multidisciplinary clinic for patients with vasculitis is also sought. This role is a great opportunity to build relationships and programs with a medical team that is highly appreciative and supportive of psychology services. Nephrology. This role provides opportunity to expand and build an integrated service within our Nephrology Division. In this role, the psychologist will have the opportunity to provide collaborative care for youth with a variety of kidney-related conditions, including patients with end stage renal disease, patients receiving hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis, and post renal transplant. Within this role, common presenting concerns include medical adherence, adjustment and coping with medical course, pre-transplant evaluations, and increasing quality of life. Feeding Disorders Program. In this role, the psychologist will join an established and growing Interdisciplinary Feeding Team, including other psychologists, occupation and speech therapists, and registered dieticians. The psychologist will conduct