Psychologist - (Full-Time Flex)

Behavioral and Mental Health

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Psychology

Department Name: Psychology
Shift: Day
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The Staff Psychologist addresses the biopsychosocial needs of children, adolescents, and young adults admitted with complex medical needs, joining a dynamic multidisciplinary team. The psychologist provides diagnostic interviews, cognitive and neuropsychological testing, and psychotherapeutic support for pediatric patients and their families. This essential role supports diverse clinical pathways, including Brain Injury, General Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury, Infant/Toddler care, Chronic Illness, and Chronic Pain.
PhD, PsyD, or EdD in Psychology

• New Jersey Licensed Psychologist
• 1+ year of job-related experience in a hospital or clinical setting
• Ability to work effectively in a hospital setting and collaborate with a professional medical team
• Ability to relate therapeutically with children, adolescents, and their parents or caregivers
• Flexibility in work hours, performance of duties, and an adaptable approach to patient care

Experience working with children and adolescents, including patients on the Autism Spectrum
Experience with cognitive behavioral modification and behavioral medicine interventions
Full-Time (Day)
May require on-call shifts
Identifies realistic goals for intervention and delivers ongoing behavioral medicine support regarding treatment adherence, pain management, and medical coping mechanisms
Provides effective team consultation, supporting clinical staff by consulting with nursing and medical teams and joining therapy sessions with rehab specialists (PT, OT, SLP, Recreation)
Disseminates assessment and testing findings accurately, sensitively, and in accordance with Department and hospital policies
Provides professional supervision to staff, fellows, interns, and externs as designated by the program
Provides inservices, clinical presentations, and educational trainings to staff and community agencies as requested by the Supervisor
Meets minimum annual expected clinical volumes and performance standards
At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Accounts
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer