Pediatric Psycho-oncologist Boston Children's Health Physicians - Maryland, United States - Health Psych

Description

Located in the suburbs, 30 minutes North, of New York City, Boston Children's Health Physicians and New York Medical College is looking to fill an Assistant Professor level Psychology position within the division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant. This psychologist will have a focus in Oncology and bone marrow transplant in children, adolescents, and adults. Typical clinical activities include psychosocial and psychodiagnostic assessment and individual, group, or family psychotherapy. Psychologists are expected to round during team meetings and the inpatient unit when able to do so. Teaching is an integral part of the position, with expectations to supervise trainees in psychotherapy as well as participate in interdisciplinary teaching with medical students, residents, and fellows. A faculty appointment and participation in academic pursuits at New York Medical College is expected. Support is provided to develop one's research program should there be interest. The opportunity to teach courses as part of Touro University's PsyD program with a health emphasis is also available for additional pay.

Qualifications:

– Applicant is required to have a PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology from an APA accredited institution and have completed an APA accredited internship with extensive experience in health populations and behavioral medicine. Applicants must also have completed their postdoctoral training hours.

– Prior experience with hematology/oncology and/or transplant populations is preferred.

– Knowledge of neuropsychological assessment (testing not a significant part of this position).

– Interest in clinical research is recommended.

– Licensed or License eligible in NYS. (Those looking for postdoctoral hours welcome to apply)

– Spanish speaking providers encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law. We place a strong emphasis on the values of equality, diversity, and compassion.

Benefits include but are not limited to full medical, vision, and dental as well as retirement/financial planning, generous vacation time, and PSLF.

Send CV and 3 reference letters to Division Chief, Mitchell Cairo, MD.