CLINICAL CHILD /PEDIATRIC PSYCHOLOGIST

MT WASHINGTON PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL -
Baltimore, MD

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $120,000 a year
14 days ago

Qualifications

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Client assessment in therapy
Doctoral degree
Behavioral psychological assessments
Crisis management
Writing skills
Clinical family assessment
Family-based intervention
Working with pediatric populations
Family counseling
Individual psychological assessments
Emotional support for patients
Behavioral developmental assessment
Pediatrics
Adolescents
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Working with families
Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Doctoral degree in psychology
Patient interaction
Licensed Psychologist Credentials
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities
Child & youth therapy
Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination experience
Experience working with families with children
Child counseling
Group counseling

Full Job Description

PEDIATRIC PSYCHOLOGIST

JOB SUMMARY

The pediatric psychologist has responsibility for providing comprehensive psychological services to one or more inpatient, outpatient, and/or day treatment programs serving children from birth through adolescence.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION

Involved in Division administrative functions and Division and hospital program development.
Responsibilities include psychological assessments of children and families
Participates in the development of interdisciplinary treatment plans,
Provides consultative services to children, families, staff members, teams, and outside agencies
Provides supportive counseling and psychotherapeutic services to children and families
Participates in Division administrative functions and projects,
Participates in hospital committees and work groups.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Educational Requirements

Doctoral degree in American Psychological Association approved professional psychology program with specific training in pediatric psychology. Post doctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology preferred.

Licensure, Certification and Registration
Work Orientation and Experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Other Requirements Specific to Assigned Area

License eligibility in the state of Maryland

One to three years post graduate work in the field of pediatric psychology preferred.

Knowledge normal and abnormal child development and family functioning and their relationship to chronic illness and disability.
Knowledge and skills in psychological assessment of children, adolescents, and families.
Knowledge and skills in a broad range of child focused individual, group, and family psychotherapeutic treatment modalities.
Ability to provide leadership and direction in the psychological management of children.
Ability to communicate effectively with physicians and other team members, family members, community agencies, referral sources, and payors, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively with an economically and culturally diverse population.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received

Reports to the Division Director. Amount and type of supervision depends on licensing level and experience.

Supervision Exercised

Supervises pediatric psychology interns, externs, and post doctoral fellows. If qualified, may supervise unlicensed staff psychology associates.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Directly communicates with patients, family members, other health care team members, other health system staff, and representatives of referring and other outside agencies and payors. Must be able to handle crisis and sensitive situations in a professional manner.

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED

Uses on-line health information network system, personal computer, telephone, fax, and various psychological test instruments.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT/WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical health care environment. Occasional stress due to multiple demands, shifting priorities, shifting patient populations, and tight time frames. Periodically serves as on-call psychologist during evening and weekend hours. May occasionally be involved in the restraint of a patient. Limited risk of exposure to body fluids, infectious waste, or blood borne diseases. Employees are expected to exercise good judgment in the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to established protocol.

This job description identifies the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills required of an incumbent.

Required Qualifications (Psychologists)

Doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program in psychology with specialization in child clinical or pediatric psychology
License-eligible in the state of Maryland (must hold Maryland license prior to start)
1–2 years of postdoctoral clinical experience preferred
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with:
- Physicians and interdisciplinary medical teams
- Families and caregivers
- Community agencies and referral sources
- Payors and systems of care
Commitment to providing culturally responsive care to diverse and underserved populations

Join a Nationally Recognized Pediatric Specialty Hospital

Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital (MWPH) is expanding its Division of Pediatric Psychology and Neuropsychology and is recruiting pediatric psychologists, child clinical psychologists, and physician colleagues who are passionate about providing high-quality, interdisciplinary care to children and families with complex medical, developmental, and behavioral needs.

With multiple full-time positions available, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a large, collaborative team of more than 25 pediatric psychologists and neuropsychologists in a supportive academic-style medical environment.

Areas of Clinical Focus

We are seeking clinicians with interest and experience in one or more of the following areas:

Psychological assessment of children and adolescents, with competence in assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Psychological care for pediatric and medically complex populations
Intervention with young children (preschool through school age) presenting with behavioral or emotional concerns
Pediatric trauma, including medical trauma and complex psychosocial stressors
Pediatric feeding disorders
Chronic medical conditions, such as:
- Diabetes
- Pulmonary disorders
- Pediatric headache
- Functional Neurologic Disorders
Interdisciplinary care delivery within medical teams

Clinicians are encouraged to build caseloads aligned with both community needs and personal expertise, allowing for meaningful specialization while maintaining breadth of practice.

Supervision, Teaching, and Leadership Opportunities

MWPH is deeply committed to training and professional development. We are particularly interested in candidates who:

Have experience supervising externs, interns, and postdoctoral fellows
Enjoy mentorship and professional leadership
Are interested in contributing to the ongoing development of clinical programs and service lines

Experienced clinicians with a passion for shaping the next generation of pediatric mental health providers will find ample opportunity to do so here.

Work Environment & Setting

Full-time, on-site position at our North Baltimore campus
Opportunities for telepsychology services with families across the state of Maryland
A collegial, consultation-rich environment that supports professional growth
Hospital culture grounded in excellence, collaboration, and child- and family-centered care

Why Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital?

Mission-driven pediatric specialty hospital
Strong interdisciplinary collaboration
Large, experienced psychology and neuropsychology department
Ability to develop a niche while remaining part of a broad pediatric service
Commitment to training, mentorship, and clinician well-being

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Required Qualifications (Psychologists)

Join a Nationally Recognized Pediatric Specialty Hospital

Areas of Clinical Focus

Supervision, Teaching, and Leadership Opportunities

Work Environment & Setting

Why Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital?

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