Intern - Non Physician (Pediatric Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychology) - University Hospital (3472) (R&D)
Join our team and be part of the talent that makes UW Health the best work and academic environments! We are seeking an Intern – Non Physician (Pediatric Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychology) to: · Conduct neuropsychological assessments of pediatric patients that will include clinical interview of patients, family members, and other collateral sources; interpret behavioral rating data; administer and interpret neuropsychological tests; and integrate these findings into formal reports · Participate in meetings for discussion of directed readings weekly with one or more of the staff Neuropsychologists. Other weekly or bimonthly training will include attending Neurology Department Grand Rounds, Neuropsychology Journal Club, team meetings, including Epilepsy Case Conference, and appropriate lectures and seminars in other departments within the Hospital, Medical School, and University at large. Education: Minimum – Ph.D., Psy.D. or equivalent doctorate including completion of clincial internship and dissertation. Preferred – Ph.D., Psy.D. or equivalent docotorate with a foundation in Neuropsychology. Work Experience: Minimum – Completion of an APA approved Clinical Psychology internship. Preferred – Completion of an APA approved Clinical Psychology internship with an emphasis in pediatric neurosychology. Licenses and Certifications: Preferred – Eligibility for Licensure in the State of Wisconsin within several months of completion of first year of Post Doctoral Fellowship. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: · Demonstrated background knowledge in the theory of Neuropsychology, psychometric assessment, abnormal psychology, personality theory, statistical methods, and neuroanatomy. · Proven ability to evaluate children and their families for psychological disorders. · Proven interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively with professionals from a variety of disciplines. · Proven ability to function independently within a structure learning environment, take initiative to seek resources and assistance when needed, and initiate constructive efforts to address work and personal-related problems as they may arise. · Training and proven ability to act eithically according to the professional code of conduct for psychologists. Physical Requirements: Light: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. W ork Schedule: 100% FTE, 40 hours per week. Scheduled shifts are 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday. Not required to work holidays. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department. University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers. Learn more about this opening UW Hospital and Clinics benefits UW Health values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.