Overview

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit dignityhealth.org/northridgehospital for more information.

Clinical Psychologist - Rehab Psych Therapy

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

Per Diem - some weekend commitment

We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist specializing in Rehabilitation Psychology Therapy to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in providing psychological services to individuals undergoing rehabilitation due to physical injuries, illnesses, or disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and evaluations for patients undergoing rehabilitation.

• Develop personalized treatment plans and interventions tailored to meet the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral needs of patients.

• Provide individual and group therapy sessions to assist patients in coping with the emotional challenges associated with rehabilitation.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers to ensure holistic patient care.

• Offer support and guidance to families and caregivers to enhance the rehabilitation process and improve patient outcomes.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, assessments, and treatment plans.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a Rehabilitation Setting required.

• Exposure to rehabilitation setting and knowledge of rehabilitation diagnoses required.

• Doctoral degree in clinical psychology from an accredited institution required.

• Current licensure in the state of California required. (Lic. Psychology)

• Must maintain current AHA BLS required.

• Fire Safety cards required. (must obtain 90 days from start date)

• Upon completion of orientation and upon annual performance appraisal must demonstrate competency in evaluation and treatment of patients served (pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric).

Pay Range

$56.58 - $82.04 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.