Contract Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Position Summary

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Penfield Children’s Center supports the health development of young children by providing early, evidence-based interventions for families navigating developmental and behavioral concerns. As part of expanding services for children 0-6, Penfield is seeking a Contract Neuropsychologist specializing in early childhood autism

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive neuropsychological and developmental assessments for young children, provide clear diagnostic impressions, and offer guidance that helps families understand next steps and access the right supports. Penfield’s interdisciplinary model means you’ll collaborate closely with early intervention professionals, therapists, and medical partners to ensure each child and family receives holistic, family‑centered care.

This contract opportunity is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about early childhood development, neurodiversity, and supporting families during pivotal moments. Successful candidates will be:

• Detail‑oriented and skilled in evaluating complex developmental presentations in very young children.

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

• Compassionate communicators with a strong commitment to culturally responsive, family‑centered care.

• Flexible, adaptable, and energized by work that directly impacts a child’s long‑term developmental trajectory.

• Experienced with accurate and compliant documentation practices, including familiarity with billing requirements for neuropsychological and developmental assessments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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Able to provide strategic clinical expertise to help design, launch, and refine Penfield’s early childhood neuropsychology program, including establishing best‑practice workflows, assessment protocols, and referral pathways.

• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for clients age 0-6, in collaboration with their families and/or other collateral sources

• Interpret a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological test batteries, with occasional direct test administration

• Serve as a subject matter expert in the use and interpretation of neuropsychological assessments

• Provide clinical oversight and consultation to psychometrists involved in neuropsychological testing to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.

• Complete detailed neuropsychological evaluation reports and prepare separate brief summary documents tailored for clients, families, and referring providers

• Conduct clear, supportive feedback sessions to explain findings, diagnoses, and personalized recommendations

• Collaborate with the patient’s care team to inform and coordinate treatment planning

• Provide neuropsychological evaluation services through in-person and virtual sessions with patients and their families as appropriate.