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Baylor Scott & White Health

Child Development Psychologist, Ph.D. Psy.D.

Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple, Texas, us, 76508

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Baylor Scott & White Health McLane Children's Medical Center in Central Texas is looking for a pediatric psychologist with expertise in autism and developmental disabilities to join our team within the section of Child Development. The primary focus of the position is diagnostic evaluation and assessment of children with autism, learning, and behavioral difficulties. There is also an opportunity to provide evidence‑based treatment.

Applicants must have a PhD or PsyD in clinical child or pediatric psychology from an APA accredited graduate doctoral program and have completed an APA accredited internship in clinical child or pediatric psychology. Formal postdoctoral fellowship training in autism or a related area of specialization is preferred.

Position Highlights

Perform comprehensive evaluations for autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and learning disabilities.

Proficiency with a wide range of psychological tests (e.g., ADOS‑2 Modules 1‑4, CARS‑2, WPPSI‑IV, WISC‑V, WIAT‑4).

Ability to collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including developmental pediatricians, speech therapists, and occupational therapists.

Texas license to practice psychology issued by the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists or license‑eligible in Texas.

Preference for candidates with Board Certification through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) or whose professional trajectory includes board certification when eligible.

About McLane Children’s Medical Center Our five‑story McLane Children’s Specialty Clinic is located next to our free‑standing Children’s Hospital. The hospital features 115 patient beds: 48 private medical/surgical rooms, 16 private pediatric ICU rooms, and a 24‑hour level II pediatric emergency department with a verified trauma center equipped to handle the most serious pediatric trauma cases.

Benefits

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

Doctoral degree in Child Clinical, Pediatric Psychology, or School Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from a university‑based graduate program fully accredited by the APA or CPA.

Texas license to practice Psychology issued by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP), or license‑eligible in Texas.

Preference given to candidates who are Board‑certified in Child Clinical or Pediatric Psychology through the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP), or whose professional trajectory includes board certification when eligible.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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