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Pediatric Psychologist

Nemours Children’s Health System, Jacksonville, FL, United States


Pediatric Psychologist Job Posting

Specializing in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Position Summary
Nemours Children’s is seeking up to two full‑time Pediatric Psychologists with expertise in pediatric hematology and oncology. These positions support the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology by providing comprehensive psychological services to children and adolescents with blood disorders and cancer.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver outpatient psychological care to pediatric hematology/oncology patients and their families at Nemours Children’s Health in Jacksonville, FL.

Provide inpatient consultative psychological services at Wolfson Children’s Hospital, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Conduct psychological assessments, develop treatment plans, and offer evidence‑based interventions for children coping with chronic illness and emotional challenges related to their diagnosis.

Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, team meetings, and collaborative patient care planning.

Support family adjustment and provide psychoeducation to patients, families, and medical staff.

Engage in quality improvement initiatives and program development within the division.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology from an APA‑accredited program.

Completion of an APA‑accredited internship with specialized experience in pediatric psychology.

Postdoctoral fellowship or equivalent experience in pediatric hematology/oncology preferred.

Current or eligible for Florida licensure as a psychologist.

Demonstrated experience providing psychological services to children with chronic or life‑threatening medical conditions.

Demonstrates strong abilities in assessment, intervention, consultation, and working collaboratively across disciplines. Opportunities for research are both available and encouraged, as is an interest in supervising pre‑doctoral and post‑doctoral students, fellows, and medical residents.

About the Work Environment
These positions offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and innovative pediatric healthcare setting. Psychologists will collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, and other allied health professionals dedicated to improving the lives of children and families affected by hematologic and oncologic conditions.

What We Offer

No state income tax in Florida

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision

Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match, 457 retirement savings plans

Licensure, CME and dues allowance

Not‑for‑profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Nemours Children’s is committed to equal opportunity in welcoming candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Any preference or exclusion based on a protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and list of professional references to Amanda.Lochrie@nemours.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Nemours Children’s is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

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