Pediatric Clinical Psychologist - Social Services

San Diego, California

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Job ID: 17712
Date posted: 10/21/2025
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Department: Social Services

This position is assigned to the Hematology/Oncology (Hem/Onc) department.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Pediatric Clinical Psychologist provides direct patient care in assigned locations. The psychologist develops care plans, implements evidence-based/ informed therapies, and testing following Rady Children's integrated behavioral health model and guidelines. The psychologist makes ongoing treatment recommendations 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

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 clinical experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

The current salary 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.

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