Job Description Summary
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join the Pediatric Psychology team within the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, located at a major academic medical center that serves a medically complex pediatric population across a broad geographic region. Learn more about our division at: www.musckids.org/developmentalpeds.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty
Cost Center
CC004433 COM PEDS DEVP Psychology CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join the Pediatric Psychology team within the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, located at a major academic medical center that serves a medically complex pediatric population across a broad geographic region. Learn more about our division at: www.musckids.org/developmentalpeds.
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking a full-time Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join the Pediatric Psychology team within the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, located at a major academic medical center that serves a diverse and medically complex pediatric population across a broad geographic region. Learn more about our division at: www.musckids.org/developmentalpeds.
Position Highlights:
- Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents with a wide range of neurological, medical, and developmental conditions.
- Preference for candidates with experience in the neuropsychological assessment of children with sickle cell disease and cancer/brain tumor histories including those undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, and/or bone marrow transplantation.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including oncology, neurology, hematology, and other pediatric subspecialties, to support integrated care.
- Join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team of seven licensed psychologists working alongside developmental-behavioral pediatricians, social workers, nurse practitioners, and other dedicated professionals.
- Participate in the supervision and training of psychology interns, postdoctoral fellows, and other learners within the division. Contribute to the APA-accredited Charleston Consortium Psychology Internship Program (Program Info).
Qualifications:
- Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or school psychology from an APA-accredited program.
- Completion of an APA-accredited internship and a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology.
- Experience conducting neuropsychological evaluations with children with complex medical or neurological conditions.
- Eligible for licensure as a psychologist in South Carolina.
Benefits:
- MUSC offers a competitive salary and full benefits package.
- Opportunities for academic advancement, research, and participation in multidisciplinary initiatives in pediatric hematology, oncology and neurodevelopmental care.
About MUSC & Charleston:
MUSC is home to a nationally ranked children’s hospital, consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Child Magazine for excellence in pediatric care. Charleston offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle, rich history, and excellent public and private schools.
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
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