Wellstar's Behavioral Health Service Line is pleased to announce a new position for a Pediatric Clinical Psychologist. This clinician will support Wellstar's expanded behavioral health services for the child and adolescent population in east Paulding County. The clinician will work with a multi-disciplinary team of child/adolescent psychiatrists, a pediatric neuropsychologist, and masters-level therapists - with an aim of helping to develop a comprehensive pediatric behavioral health program that meets the needs of the Paulding community. The pediatric psychologist will provide psychological testing and evidence-based therapy and intervention services to support the needs of children, adolescents, and their families.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Diverse skill set required, including diagnostic and intervention expertise.
Clinician role with up to 50% of time allocated to testing and intervention services for individuals up to age 18.
Capable of conducting brief and comprehensive psychological testing using various methods (e.g., intelligence, child development, cognition, personality, social/emotional functioning).
Responsible for writing psychological reports and documenting in Wellstar's electronic medical record system (Epic).
50% of time dedicated to brief interventions using evidence-based methods.
Proficient in applying cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), parent-child interactive therapy, and other treatments to diverse populations.
Regular consultation with Wellstar child/adolescent psychiatrists, therapists, pediatricians, etc.
May provide intermittent clinical supervision, staff trainings, and serve on committees under Behavioral Health and Pediatric Service Line structures.
Skills Needed:
Advanced assessment skills in clinical and child/adolescent psychology.
Familiarity with various psychological tests and methods.
Ability to integrate complex quantitative and qualitative information for diagnostic conceptualizations.
Strong observational skills and communication abilities, both verbal and written.
Comfortable working with patients with moderate acuity psychiatric and developmental conditions.
Experience with a range of conditions (e.g., ADHD, autism, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, anxiety, somatic symptom disorders, school-avoidance).
Advanced knowledge of suicidality risk factors and sound professional judgment for inpatient/involuntary treatment decisions.
Strong interventionist skills, able to apply evidence-based treatments effectively.
Ability to understand and influence human behavior to facilitate meaningful changes.
Professional Attributes:
Exhibits professionalism and effective assertiveness as a Medical Staff member.
First pediatric psychologist position at Wellstar, requiring strong commitment to the discipline of psychology.
Ability to build strong relationships with medical colleagues and foster a healthy work environment.
High autonomy with a strong grasp of professional ethics.
Seeks consultation from Wellstar Psychological Services as needed.
Required Minimum Education & Experience: (1) a doctorate degree (Ph.D./Psy.D.) in clinical psychology from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), (2) completion of an APA-accredited internship, (3) completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in an area of Clinical Psychology, (4) licensure or license-eligibility as a Psychologist in the State of Georgia, and (5) advanced training on internship/fellowship working with a child/adolescent population. Whereas active board-certification (ABPP) is not required at the time of hire, the clinician should possess board-certification in Clinical Child/Adolescent Psychology within 36 months of the date of hire.
Application Process: Apply through or contact Provider Recruiter, Leslie Roberts, .
