Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to work in our outpatient department, supporting the Lurie clinics. There are numerous pediatric specialties including but not limited to: Adolescent Bariatrics, Endocrine, Oncology, GI, Neurology and Psychiatry

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8A-4P

• no nights/weekends/holidays/on-call

The Clinical Psychologist role reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct clinical service including psychological evaluations, consultations, and treatment services to children with feeding, developmental, and behavioral problems.
• Provides specialized diagnostic services for infants and toddlers.
• Provides clinical input for program development and evaluation.
• Provides care in a fashion that assures, embraces, and communicates the pledge, values, and policies of NM.

Qualifications

Required:

• Knowledge of community programs and resources pertaining to support groups, mental health services, etc.
• Previous successful interactive experience as a member of a interdisciplinary treatment team
• Current Collaborative Practice Agreement with an active member of the medical staff at CDH
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Must be computer comfortable and/or proficient
• PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology and an active, valid, Illinois license
• LCPC
• BLS within 30 days of hire
• Minimum of one (1) year of post doc experience

Preferred:

• Two years experience in an intensive treatment setting with supervised experience in individual and family counseling
• Understanding of and training in case management

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.