Pediatric Clinical Psychologist-Advanced Practice - Gastroenterology

Rady Children's Hospital of San Diego is recruiting for a pediatric psychologist in Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition.

This full-time position offers opportunities to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Sign-on bonuses and relocation packages are available.
In collaboration with the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition, the psychologist will provide care for patients dealing with:
* Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis)
* Irritable bowel syndrome
* Functional abdominal pain management
* Encopresis
* Rumination
* Eating challenges
* Concerns with Adjustment, Anxiety and Depression
* Transition readiness 

Pediatric  psychologists at Rady Children's Hospital of San Diego have a primary focus in a pediatric subspecialty and may have other clinical duties dependent on interests, skills, and identified needs of the hospital system. Psychologists will function as embedded providers within their Medical Divisions by providing clinical care to patients and families and teaching to medical staff and trainees; collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams; and developing programs pertinent to their interests. Additional opportunities exist dependent on interests and skill sets.

We are looking for individuals invested in creating innovative integrated behavioral health models within a large healthcare system. We have a growing service within a busy clinical setting. Individuals who enjoy a fast-paced clinical setting are well suited to this position. Applicants with prior experience in pediatric psychology are preferred.
Opportunities exist to participate in program development for improving care delivery models focusing on bridging inpatient and outpatient services, group intervention models, and implementation of prevention and intervention models. Opportunities exist for participation in training and providing supervision.

Rady Children's Hospital is consistently ranked among the nation's best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, including being named to its Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll for 2024-2025. To learn more about Rady Children's Hospital of San Diego and our Behavioral Health team, please visit www.rchsd.org.

To apply, please visit the Rady Children's Hospital careers website. For additional questions, please contact 
Eve Nguyen, Ph.D. 
Pediatric Psychology Manager 
enguyen2@rchsd.org 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Advanced Practice Pediatric Clinical Psychologist has training in select areas that enables them to provide specialized direct patient care in assigned locations. The psychologist is expected to follow Rady Children's integrated behavioral health models and guidelines. The psychologist develops care plans, implements evidence-based therapies, and testing following Rady Children's integrated behavioral health model and guidelines. Follows departmental guidelines regarding minimum amount of time spent diagnostic testing (specific departments only). The psychologist recommends ongoing treatment and links children to community mental health resources/therapeutic services. The psychologist works in partnership with their supervisor/manager/director, and leadership to coordinate, plan, evaluate and improve the functions and roles of psychologists working in Rady Children's locations. The psychologist works collaboratively with operational leaders, physicians, and staff to participate in the advancement of behavioral health initiatives that aim to improve the health of pediatric populations. The psychologist participates in ongoing initiatives of the department to support the vision and innovation of integrated Psychology services at Rady Children's.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BLS for Health Providers (AHA)

PHD or PSYD in clinical psychology or related field of psychology with specialization in pediatrics

California State license

Specialized training or certification in applicable area of work

ADOS training and experience, PCIT certification, diagnostic testing 0-5 or an APA accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship with specialization in pediatric psychology, sleep psychology, pain psychology, or other applicable specialty fellowship and/or certification in an advanced practice area

1 year clinical experience

Successfully completes the required credentialing process for the department/area of practice

Ability and experience working independently, using critical thinking skills and processes to arrive at objective, strategic, results-oriented decisions within the context of patient care and department, division, and organizational priorities

Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree from APA accredited program

3 years post – psychology licensure clinical experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

The current salary range for this position is $58.38 to $80.28

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.