JOB SUMMARY

About Us: Join our dedicated team at a premier outpatient neurodevelopmental neuropsychology clinic located in the heart of Central Oregon. Our Programs of Evaluation, Development, and Learning (PEDAL) are integrated within St. Charles Health System, the region's largest healthcare provider, celebrated for its dedication to high-quality, patient-centered care. We are committed to delivering exceptional support to individuals and families facing neurodevelopmental, medical and neurocognitive challenges. Our clinic fosters a collaborative and innovative environment where your expertise can truly make a difference.

Position Overview: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Psychologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in neurodevelopmental/neuropsychological assessment and intervention, with a focus on neurodevelopmental conditions. You will provide evidenced based evaluations to help uncover a child/youths strengths, areas of vulnerabilities, and provide differential diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

Work Location: The primary work location will be the SCHS PEDAL clinic in Bend, Oregon. Other outreach locations may be added as patient and business needs dictate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct neurodevelopmental/psychological/neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents, with special health care needs such as genetic and medical conditions, autism, complex ADHD, and traumatic brain injury including concussions.

• Develop evidence-based recommendations based on assessment findings.

• Collaborate with PEDAL providers and community stakeholders to ensure holistic care.

• Participate in case conferences and contribute to ongoing program development.

• Stay current with research and advancements in neuropsychology and neurodevelopmental disorders.

• Work schedule: We are seeking a licensed psychologist to work 10 hours/week.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology from an accredited institution.

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in the state of Oregon.

• Experience in neuropsychological assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Work-life balance in a beautiful location.

• Clinical Responsibilities Assess a patients needs, abilities or behavior using a variety of methods, including psychometric tests, interviews and direct observation of behavior.

• Provide consultation and feedback to patients, families and providers.

• Develop treatment plans, therapy, counseling or advice, in collaboration with colleagues.

• Provide individual/group therapy and treatments for difficulties relating to mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, addiction(s), social and interpersonal problems and challenging behavior.

• Prepares reports for patient records and summary reports on service delivery within SCHS electronic health record.

• Invest into the development and implementation of psychological endeavors pertaining to best practice and the best interest of the organization.

Non-Clinical Responsibilities:

• Be familiar with the SCHS organization structure, communications systems and billing process, completing billing and coding documentation within time assigned by SCHS administration.

• Keep all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted.

• Maintain active privileges at a St. Charles Health System hospital sufficient to permit performance of job duties.

• Increase understanding and collaboration throughout the medical community regarding providers chosen specialty.

Provider Leadership:

• Participate in SCHS Provider meetings and assist in policy formation for SCHS and Providers practice.

• Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.

• Participates in creating intentional relationships, and put a high level of focus on attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.

• Provide a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients/customers in a caring way. This includes introducing oneself and stating your purpose, asking the patient their preferred name, spending time with the patient to determine their care goals, active listening, and using skillful communications (appropriate touch, eye contact, etc.).

• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.

• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the health systems corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violations of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all health systems investigations and proceedings.

• Provides ongoing provider leadership, education and mentoring to clinical support staff including.

• Interpret and report on diagnostic tests in a timely manner not to exceed 24 hours after the diagnostic procedure is completed for both inpatient and outpatient procedures.

SCHS Standards:

• Provide information and services that enhance others ability to acquire what they need or to complete the task at hand. Share information both when requested and when anticipating someone might have a need. Is present and punctual for assigned workdays, in compliance with the SCHS policy on attendance.

• Collaborate willingly with others to meet goals.

• Participate openly and honestly, sharing opinions, knowledge and experience. Address concerns of those impacted by a change or decision before taking action. Comply with all SCHS policies and procedures.

• Attend annually mandated in-services, computer based learning, and maintain documentation of attendance.

• Maintain and upgrade professional and technical competency in area of practice (through in-service training, reading, continuing education or other methods and maintains documentation).

• Maintain confidentiality of patient, customer, and co-worker information.

• Consistently maintain a calm and pleasant tone and appropriate demeanor with others.

• Display attentiveness to others needs, concerns and ideas. Asks questions and summarizes to confirm understanding.

• Address conflicts directly and promptly, focusing on problem-solving and a positive outcome.

• Value individuals and their diversity by creating and supporting a climate for success, as evidenced in peer feedback or self-reporting.

• Consistently demonstrate flexibility by meeting the changing needs of the customer.

• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and commitments.

• Propose ideas for solving problems, improving processes or providing new services

• Demonstrate fiscal stewardship in the use of hospital resources.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Required:

• Applicants must have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree, have completed clinical internship and postdoctoral training with emphasis in pediatric neuropsychology, and be eligible or hold an Oregon license through the Oregon Board of Psychology.

Preferred:

• N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

Required:

• License to practice psychology in the state of Oregon by the applicable Oregon Board of Psychology.

• Membership with applicable state/national organization preferred.

• Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.

• Maintain unrestricted ability to participate in Medicare / Medicaid, or other federal or state governmental health care programs.

• Current BLS certification required.

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Pediatric experience either during the post-doctoral period or previous employment is required.

• Preference is given to candidates who have hospital based experiencing working with pediatric population. Additional experience and training may be required.

Preferred:

• Five years active practice in Pediatric Neuropsychology

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

• Frequently (50%): Sitting, keyboard operation.

• Occasionally (25%): Standing, walking, bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing, operation of a motor vehicle, ability to hear whispered speech level.

• Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 11-50 pounds.

• Exposure to Elemental Factors

• Occasionally (25%): Chemical solution for Laboratory Caregivers. Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area.

• Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.

• Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

• Risk for Exposure to BBP