Thomas Jefferson Univ
Neuropsychologist (Full time) Jefferson Moss-Magee, Magee Hosptial
Thomas Jefferson Univ, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
Reference #: 9309035 Job Summary The Psychologist functions as an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team. The role involves assessment and treatment of patients admitted to the Stroke Program as well as ongoing psychotherapeutic and educational contact with those patients and their support system(s). Acute rehabilitation experience implementing behavioral health interventions for patients is a plus. Preferred candidates will have experience providing education and support to the treatment teams implementing these strategies. Other opportunities include: speaking to community and professional groups about stroke rehabilitation, involvement in hospital wide committees of interest (e.g., ethics, evidence based treatment), and involvement in collaborative research as available. Other specialty programs that the candidate could be involved with include these: SCI, Brain Injury, Amputee and Medical Rehabilitation.
Manager - 3-5 sentence statement generally describing the position (not bullet points). Please summarize job duties, scope at a high level.
Essential Functions Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Evaluating patientsrsquo; needs, abilities and/or behavior using a variety of methods, including evidence-based pre-screening and assessment tools, clinical interviews and direct observation and documenting in electronic medical record.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans
Treating individuals and families on issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, social, and interpersonal disorders, adjustment to disability.
Communicating effectively and interacting with all levels of staff, primary care providers, patients and community agencies.
Pursues continuing education
Complies with hospital and Network policies regarding confidentiality
Complies with all policies related to Emergency Procedures as defined in the Environment of Care plans. Knows personal role in event of a disaster or emergency.
Provides team leadership for continuity of discharge plans.
Education:
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in psychology from an APA accredited university required.
AND
Experience:
Experience working with patients with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, strokes, orthopedic injuries, chronic pain and workers compensation is preferred.
Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements: Licensed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson. About Jefferson Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educashy;tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
As an employer, the Jefferson Enterprise maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.
Manager - 3-5 sentence statement generally describing the position (not bullet points). Please summarize job duties, scope at a high level.
Essential Functions Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Evaluating patientsrsquo; needs, abilities and/or behavior using a variety of methods, including evidence-based pre-screening and assessment tools, clinical interviews and direct observation and documenting in electronic medical record.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop and monitor appropriate treatment plans
Treating individuals and families on issues including anxiety, depression, addiction, social, and interpersonal disorders, adjustment to disability.
Communicating effectively and interacting with all levels of staff, primary care providers, patients and community agencies.
Pursues continuing education
Complies with hospital and Network policies regarding confidentiality
Complies with all policies related to Emergency Procedures as defined in the Environment of Care plans. Knows personal role in event of a disaster or emergency.
Provides team leadership for continuity of discharge plans.
Education:
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in psychology from an APA accredited university required.
AND
Experience:
Experience working with patients with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, strokes, orthopedic injuries, chronic pain and workers compensation is preferred.
Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements: Licensed in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson. About Jefferson Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educashy;tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
As an employer, the Jefferson Enterprise maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.