Licensed Psychologist-AYA Onc

Location:

Dodson Medical Office Building

Department:

Psychology-Adolescent Young Adult

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

Provides outpatient psychotherapy (family and individual therapy) and psychological testing. Works with clients ages 0-18 and their families. The Psychologist possesses knowledge and understanding of normal pediatric/adolescent growth and brain development as well as experience with pediatric/adolescent mental health diagnoses and a variety of treatment milieu and psychological tests. Experience with ADHD, developmental delays, mood disorders, complex psychiatric and neuropsychiatric conditions, and trauma-informed care is preferred. Understanding of the ecological, biological, genetic, and developmental factors that promote health across the lifespan is preferred. May be assigned to work with specialty populations or across several clinic locations.

Education:

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Texas License as a Psychologist or Provisionally Licensed Psychologist.
• Training in child growth and development required.
• Prior experience in pediatric/adolescent setting preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to develop outstanding leadership skills.
• Demonstrate commitment to high standards of patient care and customer relations practice.
   

Certification/Licensure:

• Maintains a current, valid Texas State License to practice psychology as a Licensed Psychologist or Provisionally Licensed Psychologist.
• CPR.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.