Adult Neuropsychologist III

Neuropsychologist

Sutter Health is seeking a Neuropsychologist serving adult patients. The best fit would be a generalist. Referrals are primarily from the 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. The role will provide services that identify, quantify, and describe changes in cognition and behavior associated with central nervous system dysfunction and mental health disorders. The Neuropsychologist will 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 the patient's physicians.

Education:

• Doctorate 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 the current International Classification of Diseases (ICD) as well as Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
• Familiarity and skill with a broad selection of psychometric tests and testing activities including administering, scoring, interpreting and reports results, as relevant to population.
• Knowledge of the impact of cultural and linguistic diversity on test validity and ability to adjust assessment approach depending on patient background and presenting complaint.
• Ability to work flexibly and effectively 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 research activities as needed.

Job Shift: Days

Schedule: Full Time

Days of the Week: Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements: None

Benefits: Yes

Unions: No

Position Status: Exempt

Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Status: Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $60.70 to $91.05 / hour