Pediatric Psychologist, Medical Coping Clinic (Grant Funded)
CHOC Children's, Orange, CA, United States
Location
Orange, California
Work Shift
Day – 08hrs (United States of America)
Job Summary
The Pediatric Psychologist provides a full range of mental health services to patients and their families. Duties may include diagnostic and psychological assessment, intervention, treatment planning, consultation, crisis intervention, case management, and discharge planning. The psychologist shall maintain the highest standards of safety, ethical practice, and respect for diversity throughout service provision. As a Pediatric Psychologist, the professional is expected to lead, facilitate, and/or participate in program, policy, and procedure development, service planning, staff development, quality improvement and evaluation, and/or research activities as identified by the needs of the service areas. This position also includes clinical supervision, oversight, and teaching to doctoral level psychology practicum students, interns, psychology fellows, or unlicensed psychological staff as directed.
Pay Range
Minimum $115,606 Midpoint $153,150 Maximum $190,736
Experience
Required:
Master’s degree (or admission to doctoral candidacy) in clinical, school, or counseling psychology.
Three (3) years of post‑Master’s degree relevant clinical mental health experience.
Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience in psychology at the post‑doctoral level.
Minimum one (1) year of mental health experience working with children and families.
Preferred:
Three (3) years of post‑Master’s degree relevant clinical mental health experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families.
Three (3) years of post‑Master’s degree relevant clinical mental health experience working in a healthcare setting.
One (1) year of experience supervising psychology practicum students, interns, or post‑doctoral fellows.
Education
Required:
Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA‑accredited doctoral program in clinical, school, or counseling psychology.
Foundational coursework and training in the administration of psychological testing and interpretation of testing results to assist with mental health diagnosis and treatment planning.
Foundational coursework and knowledge of psychological research methods.
Foundational coursework, knowledge, and application of evidence‑based psychological treatment methods.
Foundational coursework and knowledge of diversity and multicultural issues impacting mental health.
Preferred:
APA‑accredited internship with emphasis/specialization in pediatric psychology.
Certification(s) in relevant child‑focused evidence‑based treatment modalities.
Training
Required:
Completion of one‑year APA‑accredited doctoral clinical internship.
Completion of one‑year clinical postdoctoral fellowship.
Preferred:
Completion of one‑year APA‑accredited doctoral internship with emphasis/specialization in pediatric/health psychology.
Completion of one‑year clinical postdoctoral fellowship with emphasis in child/pediatric/health psychology.
Eligibility for and preparation to seek board certification in clinical and/or health psychology.
Board certification in Clinical and/or Health psychology.
Specialized Skills
Required:
Demonstrated competencies in the 9 Profession‑Wide Core Competencies of APA‑accredited Doctoral Programs and Internship Programs as indicated by successful completion of these programs:
Intervention
Ethical and legal standards
Individual and cultural diversity
Professional values, attitudes, and behaviors
Communication and interpersonal skills
Consultation and interprofessional/interdisciplinary skills
Supervision
Assessment
Research
Broad knowledge of quality, patient safety, performance improvement, regulatory requirements, medical staff structure, peer review and legal aspects of care.
Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies; respond courteously when under pressure.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills.
Ability to relate and communicate positively and effectively in person, in writing, and on the telephone, think critically; work independently; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; problem‑solve; organize and prioritize workload; pay close attention to detail; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
Preferred:
Bi‑lingual in Spanish or another threshold language.
Preferred:
LPS Certification.
Licensure
Psychology License: Must have a psychology license prior to the start date. If licensed out of state (not California), the license must be converted to a California psychology license within 6 months of the hire date.
Work Environment – Functional Demand
Sedentary – Very light energy level.
Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.
Physical Activity Requirements
Bending
Carry Objects
Climbing
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Pinching/fine motor activities
Push/Pull
Reaching forward
Reaching overhead
Sitting
Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee)
Standing
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Twisting
Walking
Wrist position deviation
Physical Activity Lifting
Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Constant 67 or more%
Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Frequent 36–66%
Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Occasional 0–35%
Lifting (Waist level and above) – Constant 67 or more%
Lifting (Waist level and above) – Frequent 36–66%
Lifting (Waist level and above) – Occasional 0–35%
Sensory Requirements
Color Discrimination
Depth Perception
Far Vision
Hearing
Near Vision
Environment Requirements
Airborne Communicable Disease
Bloodborne Pathogens
Chemical
Dust Particular Matter
Extreme Noise Levels
Extreme Temperatures
Radiation
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
Non‑Discrimination Statement
CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.
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Orange, California
Work Shift
Day – 08hrs (United States of America)
Job Summary
The Pediatric Psychologist provides a full range of mental health services to patients and their families. Duties may include diagnostic and psychological assessment, intervention, treatment planning, consultation, crisis intervention, case management, and discharge planning. The psychologist shall maintain the highest standards of safety, ethical practice, and respect for diversity throughout service provision. As a Pediatric Psychologist, the professional is expected to lead, facilitate, and/or participate in program, policy, and procedure development, service planning, staff development, quality improvement and evaluation, and/or research activities as identified by the needs of the service areas. This position also includes clinical supervision, oversight, and teaching to doctoral level psychology practicum students, interns, psychology fellows, or unlicensed psychological staff as directed.
Pay Range
Minimum $115,606 Midpoint $153,150 Maximum $190,736
Experience
Required:
Master’s degree (or admission to doctoral candidacy) in clinical, school, or counseling psychology.
Three (3) years of post‑Master’s degree relevant clinical mental health experience.
Minimum one (1) year of clinical experience in psychology at the post‑doctoral level.
Minimum one (1) year of mental health experience working with children and families.
Preferred:
Three (3) years of post‑Master’s degree relevant clinical mental health experience working with children, adolescents, and/or families.
Three (3) years of post‑Master’s degree relevant clinical mental health experience working in a healthcare setting.
One (1) year of experience supervising psychology practicum students, interns, or post‑doctoral fellows.
Education
Required:
Doctorate degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA‑accredited doctoral program in clinical, school, or counseling psychology.
Foundational coursework and training in the administration of psychological testing and interpretation of testing results to assist with mental health diagnosis and treatment planning.
Foundational coursework and knowledge of psychological research methods.
Foundational coursework, knowledge, and application of evidence‑based psychological treatment methods.
Foundational coursework and knowledge of diversity and multicultural issues impacting mental health.
Preferred:
APA‑accredited internship with emphasis/specialization in pediatric psychology.
Certification(s) in relevant child‑focused evidence‑based treatment modalities.
Training
Required:
Completion of one‑year APA‑accredited doctoral clinical internship.
Completion of one‑year clinical postdoctoral fellowship.
Preferred:
Completion of one‑year APA‑accredited doctoral internship with emphasis/specialization in pediatric/health psychology.
Completion of one‑year clinical postdoctoral fellowship with emphasis in child/pediatric/health psychology.
Eligibility for and preparation to seek board certification in clinical and/or health psychology.
Board certification in Clinical and/or Health psychology.
Specialized Skills
Required:
Demonstrated competencies in the 9 Profession‑Wide Core Competencies of APA‑accredited Doctoral Programs and Internship Programs as indicated by successful completion of these programs:
Intervention
Ethical and legal standards
Individual and cultural diversity
Professional values, attitudes, and behaviors
Communication and interpersonal skills
Consultation and interprofessional/interdisciplinary skills
Supervision
Assessment
Research
Broad knowledge of quality, patient safety, performance improvement, regulatory requirements, medical staff structure, peer review and legal aspects of care.
Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies; respond courteously when under pressure.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills.
Ability to relate and communicate positively and effectively in person, in writing, and on the telephone, think critically; work independently; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; problem‑solve; organize and prioritize workload; pay close attention to detail; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
Preferred:
Bi‑lingual in Spanish or another threshold language.
Preferred:
LPS Certification.
Licensure
Psychology License: Must have a psychology license prior to the start date. If licensed out of state (not California), the license must be converted to a California psychology license within 6 months of the hire date.
Work Environment – Functional Demand
Sedentary – Very light energy level.
Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.
Physical Activity Requirements
Bending
Carry Objects
Climbing
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Pinching/fine motor activities
Push/Pull
Reaching forward
Reaching overhead
Sitting
Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee)
Standing
Talk or hear
Taste or smell
Twisting
Walking
Wrist position deviation
Physical Activity Lifting
Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Constant 67 or more%
Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Frequent 36–66%
Lifting (Floor to waist level) – Occasional 0–35%
Lifting (Waist level and above) – Constant 67 or more%
Lifting (Waist level and above) – Frequent 36–66%
Lifting (Waist level and above) – Occasional 0–35%
Sensory Requirements
Color Discrimination
Depth Perception
Far Vision
Hearing
Near Vision
Environment Requirements
Airborne Communicable Disease
Bloodborne Pathogens
Chemical
Dust Particular Matter
Extreme Noise Levels
Extreme Temperatures
Radiation
Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
Non‑Discrimination Statement
CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.
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