Psychologist - Clinical Child Psychologist

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OCHSNER CHILDREN'S HEALTH CENTER is seeking a Board-Certified Child/Adolescent Psychologist to practice in Meridian, MS. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from an APA approved University; be licensed or eligible for licensure in Mississippi; and have experience working with children and adolescents. Special consideration will be given to applicant s who have experience and interest providing psychological testing (although this is not a requirement of the position).ResponsibilitiesProvide psychotherapy and psychological testing to children and adolescents. Work with families within an integrated pediatric medical center. Consult and support pediatric medical providerswithin the Department of Psychiatry and PediatricsIn addition to robust clinical skills, the ideal candidate will be able to work in a collaborative manner with other health professionals (Pediatricians, Medical Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Licensed Clinical Social Workers) and assist with program development. Salary offered will be competitive and commensurate with experience and training.Responsibilities include the provision of psychotherapy and psychological testing to children and adolescents and well as working with families within an integrated pediatric medical center. The Child Psychologist will consult and support pediatric medical providers within the Department of Psychiatry and Pediatrics. Additionally, S/he will recommend appropriate follow-up services and helpfamilies navigate how to access additional services as indicated, including keeping abreast of pediatric mental and behavioral health services at Ochsner to facilitate referrals effectively. The psychologist will participate in monthly section and department meetings and may participate in intern/fellow training.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:Salary is commensurate with experience and trainingPaid vacation, holidays and CMEFull benefits including medical, dental and vision insuranceRetirement options (401k, 403b, and 457b)Relocation assistanceMalpractice and tail insurance Why choose Ochsner HealthAt Ochsner, innovation is at the core of everything we do. We are a pioneer in telemedicine and population health, including innovative chronic disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes. Our team-based practices are designed to provide you with the support you need to best serve your patients, while also offering excellent work-life balance. Ochsner’s commitment to coordination of care will allow you to seamlessly refer patients to a trusted specialist. Our strong commitment to academic medicine offers you participation in clinical teaching with options for academic teaching, research and academic titles.Awards, Accomplishments and AccoladesOchsner Health is consistently recognized for excellence:New England Journal of Medicine published Covid-19 research (Hospitalization and Mortality among Black Patients and White Patients with Covid-19, NEJM May 27,2020)National Institute of Health (NIH) grant for our work on Opioid Stewardship ($1.6 million)Recognized by Indeed as a Top-Rated Workplace for Work-Life Balance in 2019Named as a 2019 Top Workplace by Times-Picayune

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