What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post Doctoral Neuropsychology Fellow position at Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare?
The Neuropsychology Fellow functions under the supervision of a staff psychologist/neuropsychologist at the full professional level by applying psychological/neuropsychological principles in the following major areas: clinical, research, training, supervision (practicum level students), and consultation. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development and the ability to assess and interpret age-specific data to incorporate into patient care.
The goals for postdoctoral training are for the development of competencies in clinical practice with the specialized populations and diagnoses that comprise a rehabilitation hospital. Presenting conditions most often include traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, polytrauma, an array of other neurological conditions and catastrophic injury/illness, as well as issues related to chronic disease management and behavior change to improve health. Strong focus will be on traumatic brain injury and its sequelae. Common comorbid conditions which may be a focus of clinical attention include health comorbidities, psychiatric dysfunction, and chronic pain. Direct clinical activities will include neuropsychological and psychological assessment, and the provision of individual and group psychotherapy and education within the rehabilitation milieu. Clinical activities will also include cognitive rehabilitation activities, community reintegration, and behavioral management. Fellow will be an active participant in the interdisciplinary team rounds and regular consultation with multidisciplinary staff. Participation in research is also available and expected.
Supervision and Training:
- A minimum of 4 hours per week of supervision
- 2-3 hours per week of structured educational activities
- Attendance at weekly neuropsychology/rehabilitation psychology didactics
- Participation in other educational opportunities with our physical medicine and rehabilitation residents, neuropsychology/psychology staff, and medical staff
Prefer one (1) year in rehabilitation setting. Ability to function as a team member, ability to deal effectively with a variety of patients and families dealing with physical disabilities. Ability to teach and supervise practicum level students. Ability to administer, score, and interpret a wide variety of neuropsychological tests. Ability to provide psychotherapy to individuals and families confronting life changes secondary to accident and/or illness. Work within an interdisciplinary intervention model.