Pediatric Transplant Psychologist

The Hillman Center for Pediatric Transplantation at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is seeking a pediatric psychologist with clinical experience in solid organ transplantation to support a large, multi-organ academic medical center. Preference will be given to candidates with 10+ years of experience in independent practice.

About the Position

This position is fully embedded within transplant. Our center is actively prioritizing the advancement of psychosocial outcomes at this time. As a result, there is significant opportunity for program development and if interested, clinical research.

The clinical scope of the position includes

• Evaluation and psychosocial assessment for readiness for solid organ transplantation and candidacy on UNOS transplant waiting list

• Psychological follow-up for patients and families as needed and screening during annual post-transplant follow-up

• Active interdisciplinary collaboration with the respective transplant teams to provide excellent care and improve the quality of life of patients and families

Responsibilities

• Screening for psychiatric issues and facilitation of mental health treatment as needed

• Screening for health literacy and cognitive impairments

• Reviewing and mobilizing family support and other resources

• Evaluating candidate/family support for surgical procedures to optimize adherence with treatment

• Managing psychopathology and substance abuse risks for patients and referral of any identified concerns related to family or support caregiver to appropriate services

• Assessing motivation to improve, barriers to adherence, and stage of change

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Our Values

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• Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in clinical psychology (PhD or PsyD), with significant experience in pediatric psychology and in solid organ transplantation specifically

• Licensed and/or license eligible to practice clinical psychology independently in Pennsylvania

• Required completion of a post-doctoral fellowship preferably in or with a prominent case load of solid organ pediatric transplant patients