Psychologist

The Psychologist is responsible for the care of patients in the hospital and clinics, as well as research, educational and advocacy initiatives as determined by the Division and/or Center leadership. Department: 10272 Psychology. Children's National Hospital (Main Campus), 111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20010.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical services for patients at Children's Hospital and other approved sites in an ethical, professional and timely manner; Provide oversight of the medical care team and manage direct patient care for a specified patient population; Provide on-call services as determined by the Division Chief; Actively participate in family centered care and refer patients to specialists and relevant ancillary services as appropriate; Participate in CNMC's advocacy initiatives; Conduct research of significant scientific value in the clinical and translational science area(s) relevant to practice specialty; Publish in peer-reviewed, scientific, quality and management journals; Submit applications for grants or contracts for funding of research projects; Participate in CNMC's medical education programs; Supervise and train clinical professionals and students effectively; Follow established bylaws, policies, procedures, and safety and infection control standards; Adequately and promptly complete all clinical documentation; Identify problems related to patient services and make recommendations for improvement

Requirements

Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD) or PhD in Developmental or Clinical Psychology or PsyD (Required); Successful completion of postdoctoral fellowship in clinical psychology (Required); Psychologist licensed in VA, MD, or DC to start, with expectation of eventual licensure in all 3 jurisdictions, or holding DC psychology associate prior to start date (Required); Knowledge of current principles, methods and interventions for the delivery of psychological services including diagnosis and treatment in the area of expertise; Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of psychological care; Ability to function independently in evaluating patient problems and developing a plan for patient care; Ability to incorporate ethical concepts into patient care and discuss these with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team; Ability to supervise, advise, and train clinical professionals and/or students in area of expertise; Ability to maintain quality and safety standards; Demonstrates a personal commitment to Continuing Education; 3 years experience as member of a multidisciplinary team and working with parents across ethnic boundaries (Preferred); Experience in a pediatric academic setting (Preferred); Evidence of participation in collaborative research within the realm of early childhood (Preferred); Interest in teaching/supervision (Preferred)

Nice to have

Experience in a pediatric academic setting; Evidence of participation in collaborative research within the realm of early childhood; Interest in teaching/supervision; 3 years experience as member of a multidisciplinary team and working with parents across ethnic boundaries

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package; Fair and competitive total rewards package