Director of Pediatric Neuropsychology - Part Time - Children's Hospital of Michigan - Detroit, MI
Children’s Hospital of Michigan is seeking a highly skilled Pediatric Neuropsychologist to provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation and clinical support across multidisciplinary specialty programs. This role supports a high-demand patient population with complex neurological and medical conditions and plays a critical role in advancing neuropsychology services within a large academic children’s hospital.
The Licensed Psychologist is responsible and accountable for the delivery of hospital-based psychological services. Specific responsibilities include psychological assessment, crisis intervention, neuropsychological assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, attendance at team/family conferences, collaboration with interdisciplinary team members and physicians, and documentation. Other responsibilities may include participation in performance improvement or other hospital committees, adherence to hospital and department goals/objectives, policies and procedures, and professional standards of practice and ethics.
Clinical Services
- Conduct outpatient and inpatient neuropsychological evaluations for pediatric patients (ages 2–21)
- Assess and manage patients with a wide range of conditions, including:
- Acquired neurological conditions
- Epilepsy and epilepsy surgery candidates
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Stroke and sickle cell disease
- Neuro-oncology and neurosurgical conditions
- Brain infections and metabolic/toxic conditions
- Provide consultation and follow-up care through specialty clinics, including:
- Concussion Clinic
- Epilepsy Surgery Clinic
- IBD Clinic
- Participate in inpatient rehabilitation assessments and support early recovery evaluations
- Perform or support specialized procedures, including electrical stimulation mapping
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Serve as the dedicated Neuropsychologist for key treatment programs, including:
- Epilepsy and Epilepsy Surgery
- Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
- Neuro-Oncology and Tuberous Sclerosis services
- Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation teams, and specialty providers to guide patient care and treatment planning
Program Leadership & Administration
- Provide leadership as Director of Neuropsychology Services
- Co-direct the Neuropsychology Internship Training Program
- Contribute to departmental strategy, program growth, and service development
- Support administration of the Behavioral Psychology Unit
- Manage patient referrals, including triage of community and internal referrals
Operational Oversight
- Oversee Neuropsychology Lab operations, including:
- Equipment procurement and maintenance
- Patient scheduling and workflow coordination
- Referral triage and case management
- Manage administrative and billing processes related to neuropsychology services
Education & Supervision
- Serve as faculty within the CHM Psychology Training Program
- Supervise neuropsychology trainees and psychologists as needed
- Support ongoing professional development and mentorship
Education:
Required: Bachelor's degree in Psychology; Graduate degree.
Qualifications
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with specialization in Neuropsychology
- Completion of APA-accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology
- Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology preferred
- Experience in pediatric neuropsychology strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary clinical teams
Experience:
Required: Internship and/or clinical experience in Rehabilitation Psychology/Behavioral Medicine/Health Psychology and Neuropsychology
Required Experience
- Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in neuropsychological assessment, with a strong focus on pediatric populations
- Demonstrated expertise in conducting comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations across a wide range of conditions, including:
- Epilepsy and epilepsy surgery candidacy
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Stroke and acquired neurological conditions
- Neuro-oncology and complex medical comorbidities
- Experience working in both outpatient and inpatient settings, including acute care and rehabilitation environments
- Proven ability to support multidisciplinary clinical teams and contribute to integrated care planning
Certifications:
Required: Licensed psychologist. Additional certification(s) per governing board and in accordance with the facility Medical Staff Bylaws.
- PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology with formal specialization in Neuropsychology
- Completion of an APA-accredited internship and postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology
- Board certification or board eligibility in Clinical Neuropsychology (ABPP) strongly preferred
Physical Demands: