Consultation Liaison Psychologist - BH - Medical Behavioral Unit
San Diego, CaliforniaRady Children’s Hospital San Diego is recruiting for a consultation liaison pediatric health psychologist to join our team which includes a full-time psychiatrist on the CL service. The full-time position would be dedicated to providing care to children and adolescents admitted to the hospital. The psychologist will work closely with the subspecialty medical teams including gastroenterology, rehabilitation medicine, neurology, nephrology and endocrinology, as well as other services to provide evidence-based intervention.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Consultation Liaison Psychologist (CLP) provides direct patient care in various mental health locations within RCHSD. The CLP works collaboratively with treatment teams internal and external partners, and agencies in the development of clinical programming and implementation. Works to support the department in the advancement of behavioral health initiatives that aim to improve the mental health of pediatric populations. Primary role of the CLP is to provide clinical assessments, develop and implement care plans, and provide evidence-based therapies and when indicated conducts testing. The CLP completes documentation per department standards and regulatory guidelines. Participates and leads ongoing initiatives of the department to support the vision and innovation of direct clinical care to patients and families.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctorate Degree (non-MD)
2 Years of Experience
BLS for Health Providers (AHA)
CA Licensed Psychologist
Successfully complete the credentialing process through Medical Staff Services
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3 Years of Experience
Academic emphasis on assessment of children and child development
The expected hiring range for this position is $52.95 to $72.81
Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.