Pediatric Psychologist for Behavioral Health/Sickle Cell Disease--Brown Univ. Faculty Appointment
Providence, Rhode Island
Lifespan Physician Group (LPG): Hasbro Children’s Hospital, affiliated with the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, has an opening for a pediatric psychologist with interest and expertise in Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) to join our Behavioral Health team, including the opportunity for a Brown University Faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Candidates must have completed doctoral training and clinical internship from APA-Accredited programs.
About the Job:
Join the well-established, interdisciplinary Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center Team in providing family-based comprehensive care to children, adolescents and adults with SCD.
Opportunities for research program development and close mentorship for candidates with interest and relevant qualifications.
Implement screening (behavioral health and neurocognitive), assessment, and brief evidence-based individual, family, and group interventions for children & adolescents with SCD.
Combine clinical service in the Sickle Cell Center with consultation in the Child Psychiatry outpatient clinic, treating youth and families with a range of medical and behavioral health concerns including (but not necessarily exclusively) SCD and pain.
Participate in program development and evaluation of new initiatives in the innovative Lifespan Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center to enhance the patient experience and engage the sickle cell community.
Engage in the development and implementation of transition programming for AYA with SCD as they move from pediatric to adult care.
Opportunities for training/supervision of pediatric, psychology, and psychiatry students, residents, and fellows, including opportunities for consultation and peer supervision with colleagues.
About You
PhD or PsyD in Clinical Child Psychology or substantial child training and clinical experience working with patients with sickle cell disease
Licensed or license-eligible in Rhode Island
Experience with/desire to work in an academic medical setting using a team-based approach
Interest in SCD program development
Research background in SCD a plus
Personal qualities that might be a good fit in this role include compassion, a good sense of humor, collaborative problem-solving skills, and a “roll-up your sleeves” mentality
About the Details:
Diverse patient population
Dynamic leadership team that values work-life balance
EPIC electronic medical record system
Excellent benefits, including:
Competitive base salary + RVUs with additional income potential
$2,000 Professional allowance (license, CEs) + 5 days professional development time
4 weeks’ vacation, 5 sick days
401k with 6% match (after 1 year of employment, 3-year vesting)
About Lifespan: With 750+ providers Lifespan Physician Group offers a multitude of services. We are proud of our Behavioral Health Services which offer our community a full range of assessment and treatment options to address the mental, emotional, and behavioral problems that occur throughout life. Our programs encompass a comprehensive view of mental health that includes and integrates the biological, psychological, and social dimensions of care. Our team works collaboratively to evaluate patients and provide the comprehensive, evidence-based treatment they need.