The Division of Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a psychologist with a specialized focus in pediatric chronic pain to join our team of pain psychologists. Qualified candidates will provide evaluation and treatment in our Outpatient Behavioral Pain Management Service, inpatient Functional Independence Restoration (FIRST) Inpatient Program, and youth with pain-related feeding disorders (ARFID).

Responsibilities for this position includes providing evidenced based treatment for children and teenagers and their families presenting with a wide range of chronic primary pain and functional disorders in conjunction with an interdisciplinary team of specialists. There are opportunities to participate in training for psychology residents and fellows, as well as the potential to engage in clinical research activities.

Ideal candidates will have completed a doctorate in clinical psychology (APA accredited) and be licensed or license-eligible in Ohio. At a minimum, candidates should have experience with evidence-based treatment for chronic pain, including pain focused cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT; experience with ACT would be optimal) and experience in working in both outpatient and inpatient/day hospital settings. Candidate with postdoctoral training focused on chronic pain is preferred but not required. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• PhD

• Licensed Psychologist

• Approval/credentialing from CCHMC Medical Staff Services Division

• Completion of all required pre-employment activitie

• Assistant Professor or Staff Psychologist 1 appointment or eligibility

• Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on the needs of the department

Preferred:

• Board certification



Unique Skills:

• Prioritization

Using time efficiently and productively; prioritizing multiple tasks properly to meet deadlines; recognizing time constraints and adjusting work schedule to address them.

• Development

Knowledge of growth and development

• Family-centered care

Understands and support family-centered care

• Clinical Knowledge - Specialty

Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide evaluation and treatment of complex patients in one or more specialty area

• Path/Pharm

Knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology

• Training - Basic

Knowledge of basic training methods and technique

• Diversity Appreciation

Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself

• Organization

Strong organizational and project management skills to handle projects independently.

• Communication - Advanced

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Patient Care

Demonstrates excellence in the care of patients. Demonstrates a high level of clinical competency and committed to providing excellent patient care. Demonstrated skills in physical assessments, diagnosis, medical management, clinical consultation, research and education.

• Analysis - Basic

Analytical ability sufficient to evaluate data, make judgments and recommendation

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