The Pediatric Psychologist provides comprehensive mental health services including diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention for pediatric patients. They also lead program development, provide clinical supervision to trainees, and participate in quality improvement and research activities.
Work Location: Orange, California
Work Shift: Day – 08hrs (United States of America)
Why CHOC?
At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care.
We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices.
And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine.
CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.
Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.
Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.
The Pediatric Psychologist provides a full range of mental health services to patients and their families in the context of acute mental health services such as the Suicide Assessment Team, Mental Health Crisis Clinic, Mental Health Emergency Services, or other service where psychology is needed.
Clinical duties may include diagnostic and psychological assessment, intervention, treatment planning, consultation, crisis intervention, case management, and discharge planning.
Maintain the highest standards of safety, ethical practice, and respect for diversity throughout service provision.
Pediatric Psychologists are expected to lead, facilitate, and/or participate in program, policy, and procedure development, service planning, staff development, quality improvement and program evaluation, community education, and/or research activities as identified by the needs of the service area(s).
This position also includes clinical supervision, oversight, and teaching to doctoral level psychology practicum students, interns, fellows, or unlicensed psychological staff as directed.
Pay Range: Minimum $115,606 Midpoint $153,150 Maximum $190,736
Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.
Completion of one-year APA accredited doctoral clinical internship.
Completion of one-year clinical postdoctoral fellowship.
Preferred:
Completion of one-year of APA accredited doctoral internship with emphasis/specialization in pediatric/health psychology.
Completion of one-year clinical postdoctoral fellowship with emphasis in child/pediatric/health psychology.
Eligibility for and preparation to seek board certification in clinical and/or health psychology.
Board certification in Clinical and/or Health psychology.
Sedentary - Very light energy level Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.
Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation
Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%
Sensory Requirements: Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision
Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.
We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.
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Market context
Pediatric psychologists in North Carolina are typically in demand where children’s behavioral health and acute mental health services intersect, especially in hospital and specialty care settings. This role is competitive because it requires an APA-accredited doctorate, a valid psychology license, and post-doctoral experience with children and families. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and highlight acute-care experience in your application.
