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employer.
Unit: School Of Medicine MBU
Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Department Summary:
Mission or Goal of Unit: Provide leadership in the areas of
rehabilitation psychology and neuropsychology to the Commonwealth
of Virginia with the goal of improving the quality of life for
individuals with disabilities by maximizing independence in living
skills and employment activities through innovative education,
evidence-based research, and outcome-focused patient care.
Chief Purpose of this Position: The Department of Physical
Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated Clinical
Psychologist to join our team in delivering exceptional outpatient
rehabilitation psychology services while advancing our mission of
education, innovation, and research.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Clinical:
- Conduct clinical psychological assessments of adults with
traumatic or acquired brain injuries, stroke, movement disorders,
epilepsy, brain tumors, neurological disorders, and other disabling
illnesses or injuries.
Provide evidence-based interventions, including
psychoeducation; therapeutic interventions to support adjustment to
disability for patients, families, and caregivers; behavior
management; and pain management.
Provide consultation to referral sources and interdisciplinary
treatment teams; collaborate regarding patients' cognitive and
behavioral strengths and weaknesses and neurobehavioral needs; and
improve patients' and families' psychological well-being through
the development and implementation of intervention plans based on
interviews, observations, and test findings.
Prepare and submit documentation in a timely manner, including
reports and progress notes; serve as a liaison among psychology
staff, referring professionals, patients, and families.
Teaching:
- Provide didactic and informal presentations in university,
hospital, and community settings, as available.
- Assist in the training and evaluation of fellows, house staff,
and students assigned to the rehabilitation team.
- Provide oversight and formal supervision, as appropriate, for
psychology learners.
Research:
- Participate in research activities aligned with the clinician's
interests while supporting ongoing and new projects, as
appropriate, within the context of clinical care.
Service:
- Serve on university and department committees, as
requested.
- Participate in activities sponsored by advocacy and service
organizations that support individuals with disabilities.
- Contribute to the field of psychology through participation in
professional organizations
Other (Administrative and Related Duties):
- Contribute to the development of clinical, academic, and
research programs that support the continued excellence and growth
of the VCU PM&R Rehabilitation Psychology Service.
- Meet departmental needs as defined by the lead rehabilitation
psychology clinician and department chair.
- Represent the department at official meetings, as
requested.
- Attend scheduled Grand Rounds, staff conferences, and lectures,
as requested.
- Maintain professional credentials and complete continuing
education requirements as required by the hospital, university, and
state practice organizations.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. or Psy.D., and licensed or license-eligible to practice
psychology in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Completion of an internship/postdoctoral training with relevant
experience in rehabilitation psychology, neuropsychology, and/or
health psychology
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and time-management
skills
- Demonstrated record of strong academic achievement
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of
respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty,
staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a
commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pain management
- Experience working with patients in medical settings and/or
with individuals adjusting to new injuries or illnesses, as well as
strong clinical skills in the assessment and treatment of
traditional psychological disorders (e.g., anxiety and mood
disorders)
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement new
evidence-based clinical initiatives
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Flexibility, enthusiasm, and openness to new experiences, with
a commitment to contributing to a fulfilling and dynamic
professional environment
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
ORP Eligible: No
University Job Title:
Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure: Ineligible
Restricted: No
Months: 12 months
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Mary Beth Camacho
Contact Email: Mary.Camacho1@vcuhealth.org
