What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Neuropsychologist (Full-Time) position at ChildServe?
This is a unique opportunity for a Pediatric Neuropsychologist to provide comprehensive neuropsychology assessment, testing, diagnosis, and clinical treatment services for children and young adults in both our inpatient and outpatient settings. This position is dedicated to fostering strong partnerships with physicians while prioritizing the child’s needs, ensuring they are connected to the appropriate services and resources.
Join ChildServe’s multidisciplinary team of experts, including pediatric psychology, mental health therapists, nurse practitioners, PT, OT, SLP, and our Iowa board-certified pediatric physiatrist.
How You'll Make an Impact
Join a thriving, award-winning community where your career and lifestyle can flourish. Des Moines offers:
Join ChildServe’s multidisciplinary team of experts, including pediatric psychology, mental health therapists, nurse practitioners, PT, OT, SLP, and our Iowa board-certified pediatric physiatrist.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Conduct thorough neuropsychological evaluations of children and young adults using best practice guidelines, including assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.
- Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses.
- Communicate assessment results with child, family, and other appropriate parties, maintaining the dignity and respect of the child and the family.
- Develop recommendations consistent with assessment findings, child goals, family goals, and team consensus.
- Devise and implement appropriate treatment programs, including therapy, counseling, or advice, in collaboration with colleagues.
- Help clients define goals and plan action to achieve personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment.
- Complete assessments, progress notes, testing reports, and other required documentation to professional standards within the required timeframe.
- Provide direct and consultative neuropsychological evaluations and treatments as part of the interdisciplinary team for the inpatient rehabilitation program.
- No weekend, evening, or Holiday work.
- Doctoral degree in Psychology.
- State of Iowa Psychology license.
- Board Certified in Pediatric Neuropsychology or willing to obtain.
- Two years of licensed practice experience.
- Experience working with children and adolescents preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
Join a thriving, award-winning community where your career and lifestyle can flourish. Des Moines offers:
- Affordable Living: enjoy a low cost of living with short commute times, averaging just 20 minutes or less.
- Top-Tier Education: access to excellent schools and educational institutions.
- Vibrant Neighborhoods: welcoming suburbs and a lively downtown filled with unique restaurants, eclectic shops, and cultural charm.
- Unforgettable Experiences:
- Ranked #2 Farmers’ Market in the U.S., featuring over 300 local vendors.
- Cultural attractions like the Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa, and the Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
- Festivals, outdoor concerts, and community events.
- A diverse theater scene showcasing local and national talent.
- A growing number of award-winning craft breweries.
- ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
- ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
- ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
- Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.