Neuropsychologist - Sylmar
Company: Kaiser
Location: Reseda
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary:
Provides complete and appropriate neuropsychological evaluations
for a wide variety of neurosurgical, neurological, psychiatric,
neurorehabilitation and general medical/surgical patients.
Collaborates with treating physician/psychiatric and allied health
professional team to plan and direct each individual member's
treatment program.
Essential Responsibilities:
Performs clinically indicated neuropsychological and/or
neurobehavioral evaluation of patients with actual and suspected
neurological diseases and disorders, as well as patients with
psychiatric disorders, and pediatric and adult general medical
patients with psychological or neuropsychological symptoms.
Prepares comprehensive written assessment reports which may include
diagnostic impressions.
Consults with regard to cognitive and behavioral rehabilitation for
patients with neurological disorders, e.g. aneurysm, stroke and
traumatic brain injury. May act as a liaison between psychiatry and
other medical departments to develop appropriate triage and
treatment programs for patients with complex medical and
psychological/psychosocial needs. Participates in clinical
activities with neurologists, neurosurgeons, psychiatrists and
physiatrists.
May make recommendations on community resources to meet the needs
of the member's treatment. Refer to relevant social service
agencies and community organizations to meet the needs of the
members treatment.
Supervisory Responsibilities: May provide clinical supervision to
doctoral psychology interns, postdoctoral psychology fellows, and
other mental health trainees or medical residents as necessary.
May provide direct intervention with patients, specific to
neuropsychological issues, including psychotherapy and/or family
consultation where indicated. Treatment may include direct
intervention and program development as well as consultation with
other professionals and family members.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
One year doctoral internship with specialized training in
neuropsychology.
2000 hours of formal post-doctoral training program in
neuropsychology in medical settings with neurology,
neurorehabilitation and/or neurosurgical services.
An equivalent combination of training, supervision and experience
will be considered on a case by case basis.
Education
Doctorate degree in Psychology from an American Psychological
Association accredited (or equivalent) doctoral program. Academic
courses should reflect didactic and experimental training in
neuropsychology and psychopathology.
License, Certification, Registration
Psychologist License (California)
National Provider Identifier required at hire
Additional Requirements:
Able to practice under Business and Professional Code Section
2946.
Documented experience dealing with a wide variety of neurosurgical,
neurological, psychiatric and general medical/surgical
patients.
Documented experience working as a member of an interdisciplinary
team.
Knowledge of community agencies and resources.
Knowledge of state regulations and APA standards as they relate to
client treatment, patient rights, client/patient confidentiality,
and other ethical issues.
Demonstrated ability to function independently without direct
clinical supervision.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership
environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bilingual/Spanish preferred.
Notes:
Conduct neuropsych/psychodynastic testing, with all ages and across
lifespan.
Triage all referrals.
Maybe required to travel to Santa Clarita or Panorama City for
training. Hours may vary based on member or operational needs.
PrimaryLocation : California,Sylmar,Sylmar Behavioral Health
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat,
WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 06:00 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B11-PSC-NUHW-NUHW Psych Social
Chapter
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Behavioral Health, Social Services & Spiritual
Care
Department : Sylmar Medical Offices - Mental
Hlth/Psychiatry-RegClin - 0806
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a
diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation,
national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry,
disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information,
other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or
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