JOB TITLE: Psychologist (Adult Neuropsychologist) - Psychiatry - GRANT FUNDED

DEPARTMENT: Psychiatry

LOCATION: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital

SHIFT: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/ CV to the following email address:

When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email. An application or resume/CV must be filed for each position which interests you.

To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or must be included with your emailed resume/CV. Please refer to Veteran Preference document requirements listed on the bottom of this posting.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Department of Psychiatry Chair and Adult Psychiatry Division Chief, the Adult Neuropsychologist provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychological assessment, management, and psychotherapy to patients with comorbid medical disease and behavioral problems including substance abuse. Provides neuropsychological screening, assessment, and testing including psychiatric consultations for adults and adolescents at all Cook County Health and Hospitals System (CCHHS) locations (primarily at the Stroger Hospital campus including the Fantus Health Center). Helps coordinate the department of Psychiatry Neuropsychology Service, directing neuropsychologists and clinical neuropsychology students.

Typical Duties

• Provides neuropsychological screening, assessment and testing as all CCHHS locations (primarily at the Stroger Hospital campus including the Fantus Health Center). Works with medical/surgical staff on specific matters of cognitive rehabilitation needs, patient safety, and ability to provide informed consent. Maintains up-to-date testing equipment and coordinates budgetary requests for neuropsychological measures and equipment with the Department Chair or designee.
• Provides psychological consultation to adolescents and adults as consultant at all CCHHS locations. This consultation can include assessment of dangerousness, competence for medical-decision making, psychiatric referral/treatment, and performing psychotherapy when required.
• Documents all encounters with patients in the electronic medical record and communicates diagnoses and treatment recommendations to appropriate medical staff. Reports any suspected abuse or neglect (in accordance with Illinois state law and CCHHS' Abuse and Neglect policies).
• Maintains active licensure with the State of Illinois and active credentials with the CCHHS.
• Attends required meetings and participates in assigned committees. Participates in necessary peer review and quality assurance activities. Engages In Ongoing Provider Performance Evaluation within the Department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Department of Psychiatry Chair and Adult Psychology Division Chief.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active professional license as a doctorate-level psychologist in the State of Illinois.
• PhD or PsyD in Psychology from American Psychological Association (APA) accredited program.
• Successful completion of psychology internship from APA-accredited program.
• Successful completion of postdoctoral training in neuropsychology with supervision from board-certified neuropsychologist.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience practicing neuropsychology in medical setting(s).
• Experience providing outpatient, emergency, and inpatient psychological consultations to medically ill patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual
• Experience with an urban population with significant substance abuse comorbidities preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of neuropsychology.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) to ensure the protection of the confidentiality and security of healthcare information for all patients.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups.
• Strong customer service and empathy skills.
• Skill in the teaching, training and supervision of psychology trainees in psychiatric assessment, psychotherapeutic methods and psychological testing.
• Good phone and email etiquette skills with strong response times.
• Good personal computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Demonstrated analytical and organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conflict management/resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment.
• Ability to adhere to department policies and standards utilizing best practices.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged.
• Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to train by presenting concepts and demonstrating tasks.
• Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction).
• Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor and temperature.
• Ability to prepare and maintain clear, concise and accurate patient records and reports and to maintain the confidentiality of this information at all times.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy and precision.

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

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Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

Must successfully meet the credentialing standards established by the Cook County Health and Hospitals System to include a State of Illinois PSY license and any other license, certification, or specialized training, etc. no later than two (2) weeks prior to the candidate's start date

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITAL SYSTEMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER