University of Virginia
Pediatric Integrated Primary Care Psychologist, Department of Pediatrics
University of Virginia, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
Overview
Help us foster population youth mental and behavioral health! The Department of Pediatrics at UVA Health School of Medicine is seeking a full-time faculty psychologist in Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health to provide integrated behavioral health services in general pediatrics. Rank, track and salary will be commensurate with experience. The psychologist will join the team at one of the UVA Health Children’s general pediatrics clinics, specifically Orange or Northridge. Responsibilities
Collaborating with psychologists and pediatricians across all three general pediatric clinics and the Teen and Young Adult Health Center to develop and implement a robust integrated primary care program for patient populations in Charlottesville and surrounding communities. Screening and assessment of mental health concerns in the primary care setting Conducting brief, targeted behavioral health interventions in the primary care setting Providing consultation to medical and interprofessional teams Teaching medical fellows, residents, and medical students Participation in departmental and health system committees and continuing education offerings Qualifications
UVA Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health requires a PhD or equivalent from an APA-accredited program, completion of an APA-accredited internship, and licensure or license eligibility in Virginia. Candidates should be skilled in interprofessional practice in a complex, academic medical environment, with training in clinical child and pediatric psychology. Post-doctoral experience in pediatric integrated primary care is preferred. The new faculty member will be expected to obtain board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology once eligible. UVA Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health provides clinical service for the broader Department of Pediatrics and UVA Health Children’s Hospital. The Section currently comprises eleven pediatric and child clinical psychologists and is expanding. The psychologists work closely with pediatrician colleagues, fellows, nurse practitioners, nurses, and multi-disciplinary allied health staff. The Department of Pediatrics is collegial and collaborative, with strong working relationships with community providers and other UVA Health System pediatric subspecialists. About UVA
The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. UVA Health includes the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center. As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center, a NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU. UVA Children’s Hospital has been recognized as Virginia’s #1 children’s hospital by U.S. News and World Report for four consecutive years and holds national rankings in eight subspecialties. Location and Community
Charlottesville offers a vibrant community with cultural amenities and outdoor recreation, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and within a short distance from Washington, DC. The area is known for its historical sites, hiking, cycling, skiing, a dynamic culinary scene, and regional wineries and attractions. Charlottesville is frequently cited as a top place to live for quality of life. Learn more about UVA School of Medicine’s education, research and clinical efforts at UVA Health: med.virginia.edu Applicants’ Qualifications
Candidates must possess a PhD/PsyD or equivalent from an APA-accredited program, have completed an APA-accredited internship, be licensed or license-eligible in Virginia, and be skilled in interprofessional practice in a complex, academic medical environment. The candidate will be expected to obtain board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology once eligible. Application Instructions
TO APPLY: Please complete your application online and attach the following documents: Cover letter CV/resume The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references For additional information about the position please contact Laura Shaffer, PhD, ABPP, Director of Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health, at LAS9BZ@uvahealth.org. For further information regarding the application process, please contact Karon Harrington, Academic Recruiter, via email at fak3ph@virginia.edu.
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Help us foster population youth mental and behavioral health! The Department of Pediatrics at UVA Health School of Medicine is seeking a full-time faculty psychologist in Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health to provide integrated behavioral health services in general pediatrics. Rank, track and salary will be commensurate with experience. The psychologist will join the team at one of the UVA Health Children’s general pediatrics clinics, specifically Orange or Northridge. Responsibilities
Collaborating with psychologists and pediatricians across all three general pediatric clinics and the Teen and Young Adult Health Center to develop and implement a robust integrated primary care program for patient populations in Charlottesville and surrounding communities. Screening and assessment of mental health concerns in the primary care setting Conducting brief, targeted behavioral health interventions in the primary care setting Providing consultation to medical and interprofessional teams Teaching medical fellows, residents, and medical students Participation in departmental and health system committees and continuing education offerings Qualifications
UVA Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health requires a PhD or equivalent from an APA-accredited program, completion of an APA-accredited internship, and licensure or license eligibility in Virginia. Candidates should be skilled in interprofessional practice in a complex, academic medical environment, with training in clinical child and pediatric psychology. Post-doctoral experience in pediatric integrated primary care is preferred. The new faculty member will be expected to obtain board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology once eligible. UVA Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health provides clinical service for the broader Department of Pediatrics and UVA Health Children’s Hospital. The Section currently comprises eleven pediatric and child clinical psychologists and is expanding. The psychologists work closely with pediatrician colleagues, fellows, nurse practitioners, nurses, and multi-disciplinary allied health staff. The Department of Pediatrics is collegial and collaborative, with strong working relationships with community providers and other UVA Health System pediatric subspecialists. About UVA
The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located adjacent to the main university grounds. UVA Health includes the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, University Physicians Group, and the Medical Center. As a world-class academic medical center, UVA Health features 735 beds, a Level 1 trauma center, a NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, and a Level IV NICU. UVA Children’s Hospital has been recognized as Virginia’s #1 children’s hospital by U.S. News and World Report for four consecutive years and holds national rankings in eight subspecialties. Location and Community
Charlottesville offers a vibrant community with cultural amenities and outdoor recreation, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and within a short distance from Washington, DC. The area is known for its historical sites, hiking, cycling, skiing, a dynamic culinary scene, and regional wineries and attractions. Charlottesville is frequently cited as a top place to live for quality of life. Learn more about UVA School of Medicine’s education, research and clinical efforts at UVA Health: med.virginia.edu Applicants’ Qualifications
Candidates must possess a PhD/PsyD or equivalent from an APA-accredited program, have completed an APA-accredited internship, be licensed or license-eligible in Virginia, and be skilled in interprofessional practice in a complex, academic medical environment. The candidate will be expected to obtain board certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology once eligible. Application Instructions
TO APPLY: Please complete your application online and attach the following documents: Cover letter CV/resume The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references For additional information about the position please contact Laura Shaffer, PhD, ABPP, Director of Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health, at LAS9BZ@uvahealth.org. For further information regarding the application process, please contact Karon Harrington, Academic Recruiter, via email at fak3ph@virginia.edu.
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