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Sutter Health

Adult Neuropsychologist III

Sutter Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization:

SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central Position Overview: Sutter Medical Foundation (SMF) is a not-for-profit organization supporting the quality medical services provided by Sutter Medical Group and Sutter North Medical Group and a clinically integrated network (Sutter Physicians Alliance, also known as SPA), which includes Sutter Independent Physicians. Serving the counties of Amador, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, Solano, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba, physicians are dedicated to delivering exceptional care and services, listening to patients’ needs and ensuring that patients play an important role in their health care. SMF is committed to delivering quality and convenient care to patients through numerous outpatient services including ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic imaging, urgent care, home health, laboratories and physical therapy. Position is for a Neuropsychologist serving adult patients and best fit would be a generalist. Referrals are primarily from Neurology department with suspected organic etiologies but include some psychiatric rule outs. Referrals include a wide range of possible etiologies (e.g. neurodegenerative disorders, TBI/concussion, strokes, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular disorders, depression, etc.). Most work is onsite, but some telework is possible. Will provide services that identify, quantify, and describe changes in cognition and behavior associated with central nervous system dysfunction and mental health disorders. Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and provide assessments and treatment plans for patients in a hospital/outpatient clinic setting. Responsibilities include performing neuropsychological evaluations and communication of results to patients, family, and patient’s physicians. Job Description

Education: PhD or PsyD in psychology with specialization in clinical neuropsychology from an APA-accredited institution. Typical Experience: 5 years recent relevant experience. Certification & Licensure: PSY-Psychologist of California - California Department of Consumer Affairs. Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of human development, neuropsychological treatment, and treatment modalities Advanced knowledge of a wide variety of neuropsychological assessment measures Knowledge of and adherence to American Psychological Association (APA) ethical standards Knowledge of cognitive disorders listed in ICD and DSM Familiarity with a broad selection of psychometric tests including administering, scoring, interpreting and reporting results Knowledge of the impact of cultural and linguistic diversity on test validity and ability to adjust assessment approach Ability to work flexibly with a wide range of patients to accommodate physical disabilities, while ensuring valid test administration and interpretation Excellent report writing skills with ability to communicate results succinctly Comfort with use of an electronic health record (Epic) Ability to work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team; Leadership and management skills Pre-doctoral internship/training with experience in Neuropsychology Postdoctoral training in neuropsychology Support treatment teams with research activities as needed Job Details

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40 Employee Status:

Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer: EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range:

$60.70 to $91.05 / hour The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

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