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Director of Neuropsychology

Universal Health Services, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Overview

Texas NeuroRehab Center is a specialized treatment facility located ten minutes from downtown Austin on 67 wooded acres. We have served the Austin community for over 80 years and are proud of our history and tenured leadership team. Today, Texas NeuroRehab Center provides complex medical and brain injury rehab for ages 13 years and older and neurobehavioral residential treatment services for children and adolescents. The capabilities of the facility as a whole allow for integrated and specialized care for children, adolescents and adults facing difficult challenges. Website: https://texasneurorehab.com/ Texas NeuroRehab Center is currently accepting applicants for a

Director of Neuropsychology . The Director of Neuropsychology will provide comprehensive neuropsychological services to patients and their families across multiple treatment settings. The Director of Neuropsychology is responsible for administering and supervising the Neuropsychology Department's clinical assessment and intervention services, ensuring quality care delivery throughout the facility. This role ensures compliance with regulations for neuropsychological services and provides training and support for the Clinical Services department. Serves as support to senior management and liaison with other departments, as necessary.

Patient Populations Served

Adult Neurological Conditions:

Patients present across long-term acute care (LTAC), inpatient rehabilitation (IPR), and post-acute brain injury (PABI) residential settings with conditions including Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebrovascular Disorders, Neurodegenerative Disorders, Acute Neurological Conditions, Complex Medical Conditions, and Behavioral Health Conditions.

Child and Adolescent Population (Ages 8-17):

Complex presentations including neurodevelopmental, emotional, and behavioral issues in residential treatment settings. Specific areas include Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Psychiatric Conditions, Behavioral Disorders, Trauma-Related Conditions, and Neurobehavioral Conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Neuropsychological Assessment

Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations within inpatient adult neurorehabilitation across LTAC, IPR, and PABI settings

Conduct assessments with child and adolescent populations (ages 8-17) presenting with complex neurodevelopmental, emotional, and behavioral issues in residential treatment settings

Oversee assessments conducted directly and under supervision via psychometrists and trainees

Ensure quality and compliance of all psychological testing and evaluation procedures

Consultation-Liaison Services

Provide neuropsychological differential diagnosis for cognitive, emotional, and behavioral difficulties across patient populations

Assess patient competence and decision-making capacity from a neuropsychological perspective

Develop individualized neuropsychologically-informed behavior plans for both child/adolescent and adult patients

Provide school consultation services with on-site charter school programs regarding cognitive and academic implications

Collaborate with medical teams on complex cases requiring neuropsychological input

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Participate in treatment staffing and rounding with medical, social work, therapy, case management, teachers, and direct care staff

Serve as neuropsychology liaison across all treatment teams

Contribute neuropsychological expertise to comprehensive treatment planning

Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning from a neuropsychological perspective

Direct Intervention Services

Provide direct individual and group interventions for neuropsychological sequelae, including adjustment to cognitive changes, mood disturbance, and behavioral issues

Deliver evidence-based neuropsychologically-informed treatments including supportive psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral treatment, mindfulness-based interventions, and psychoeducation to patients and families

Implement specialized cognitive rehabilitation and behavioral interventions for complex trauma histories and neurobehavioral conditions

Staff Training and Development

Provide training to direct care staff in neuropsychologically-informed best practices for behavioral management with adult TBI populations

Train staff in evidence-based approaches for neurobehavioral presentations in child and adolescent populations, especially those with trauma histories

Develop and implement neuropsychology-related policies and procedures

Ensure neuropsychology staff maintain current competencies and certifications

Clinical Education and Supervision

Provide training and supervision of doctoral students in neuropsychology

Contribute to the clinical training mission of the facility

Administrative Leadership

Oversee all Neuropsychology Department operations and staff

Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for neuropsychological services

Manage department budget and resources

Coordinate with facility administration on neuropsychology-related matters

Maintain current knowledge of best practices in clinical neuropsychology and rehabilitation neuropsychology

Benefits for a

Director of Neuropsychology

include:

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

Qualifications The following are the job requirements for the Director of Neuropsychology position.

Required Education and Licensure

Education:

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology with specialization in Clinical Neuropsychology

Licensure:

Licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) to practice Psychology

Required Experience

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in clinical neuropsychology with populations similar to those served by this facility's programs

Experience with both adult neurological populations and pediatric neuropsychological assessment

Demonstrated expertise in neuropsychological assessment and neuropsychologically-informed intervention

Experience in multidisciplinary rehabilitation team settings

Previous supervisory or leadership experience in neuropsychology preferred

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Extensive knowledge of brain-behavior relationships, neuropsychological assessment, and neurological conditions

Experience with complex trauma presentations and their neuropsychological sequelae

Knowledge of rehabilitation neuropsychology across different levels of care (LTAC, IPR, residential)

Familiarity with evidence-based neuropsychological interventions including cognitive rehabilitation, CBT, mindfulness, and psychoeducation

Understanding of special education and school consultation processes from a neuropsychological perspective

Training and supervision experience with graduate students in neuropsychology

Physical and General Requirements

Able to lift 25 pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds

Able to sit and/or stand for extended periods

Able to use a computer and/or write for extended periods

Hearing, vision, and emotional stability sufficient to perform essential job functions and deal with changing priorities

Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

Able to physically restrain patients by individual or team restraint per facility policy when necessary

Regular and expected attendance

Flexibility to work with diverse patient populations across age ranges and acuity levels

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