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Pediatric Psychologist - Valley Health Winchester Medical Center
Shape the Future of Pediatric Mental Healthcare at Valley Health!
Valley Health is seeking a passionate and innovative Pediatric Psychologist to establish and lead our new Pediatric Psychology program at Winchester Medical Center. This is an exceptional opportunity to be the first Pediatric Psychologist at our facility, giving you the unique chance to build a vital program from the ground up and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families in our community. We are looking for a driven, compassionate, and skilled professional dedicated to providing exceptional, family-centered care. If you are a self-starter with a vision for building a cutting-edge program, we encourage you to apply.
About Valley Health and Winchester Medical Center :
Valley Health is a not-for-profit integrated health system serving the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding areas. Winchester Medical Center, our flagship hospital, is a leading healthcare provider in the region, known for its commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care. We are dedicated to providing innovative and comprehensive healthcare services to our diverse community.
About the Role :
As the inaugural Pediatric Psychologist at Winchester Medical Center, you will have the unique opportunity to build the Pediatric Psychology department from its inception. This includes developing and implementing programs that address the unique mental and behavioral health needs of children and adolescents. You will have the autonomy to design the structure and scope of the service, allowing you to create a model program for pediatric mental healthcare.
Responsibilities (notably to be determined by you) :
- Develop and implement comprehensive Pediatric Psychology services, including inpatient consultation, outpatient individual and family therapy, and group interventions.
- Provide evidence-based assessments and treatment for a wide range of psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues common among children and adolescents, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, trauma, and disruptive behavior disorders.
- Opportunity to collaborate closely with Pediatricians and other healthcare professionals, to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
- Partner closely with our Pediatric Psychiatry team to provide comprehensive and integrated mental health services for children and adolescents.
- Develop and deliver educational programs for staff, patients, families, and the community on topics related to child development, mental health, and parenting.
- Participate in program development and quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of Pediatric Psychology services.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient encounters.
- Stay current with the latest research and best practices in Pediatric Psychology.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment.
Qualifications :
Why Valley Health?
To Apply :
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at [Insert Application Link Here].
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
