What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neuropsychologist position at Geisinger?
Job Summary
Neuropsychologist - Pediatric/Lifespan These individuals are psychologists who have completed special training in the neurobiological causes of brain disorders and who specialize in diagnosing and treating these illnesses using a predominantly medical, as opposed to psychoanalytical, approach.
Job Duties
Neuropsychologist - Pediatric/Lifespan
Geisinger is seeking a pediatric/lifespan neuropsychologist for a full-time position specializing in neuropsychological assessment of children, with opportunity to provide evaluation with adult/older adult populations pending interest and clinical need. This position is within the Division of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and services, with referrals coming from a variety of specialties including Pediatrics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Developmental Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Physical Medicine. There are opportunities to provide neuropsychological services for children and families with epilepsy, cancer, traumatic brain injury, metabolic disorders, genetic disorders, and cognitive sequelae of perinatal issues. There is opportunity for psychometrist support depending on clinician interest and volume.
Position Details
Education
Doctoral Degree- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Neuropsychologist - Pediatric/Lifespan These individuals are psychologists who have completed special training in the neurobiological causes of brain disorders and who specialize in diagnosing and treating these illnesses using a predominantly medical, as opposed to psychoanalytical, approach.
Job Duties
Neuropsychologist - Pediatric/Lifespan
Geisinger is seeking a pediatric/lifespan neuropsychologist for a full-time position specializing in neuropsychological assessment of children, with opportunity to provide evaluation with adult/older adult populations pending interest and clinical need. This position is within the Division of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health and services, with referrals coming from a variety of specialties including Pediatrics, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Developmental Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Physical Medicine. There are opportunities to provide neuropsychological services for children and families with epilepsy, cancer, traumatic brain injury, metabolic disorders, genetic disorders, and cognitive sequelae of perinatal issues. There is opportunity for psychometrist support depending on clinician interest and volume.
- Interviews patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests as needed.
- Diagnose and design a plan of treatment for injuries and/or illness. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepares, maintains, and reviews records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.
Position Details
Education
Doctoral Degree- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s)
OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.