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Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$124 - $157/hr

The child and adolescent division provides outpatient care to youth and families in two outpatient ... Complete neuropsychological assessments. * Provide patient and family education. * Consult with ...

Verge Therapy

Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Woburn, MA · On-site

$125 - $135/hr

We are seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and client-centered Child/Adolescent Neuropsychologist to join our inclusive team. This is a part-time, salaried position that includes opportunities for ...

Verge Therapy LLC

Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Woburn, MA · On-site

$172.20 - $185.98/hr

We are seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and client-centered Child/Adolescent Neuropsychologist to join our inclusive team. This is a part-time, salaried position that includes opportunities for ...

Verge Therapy

Pediatric Neuropsychologist

Woburn, MA · On-site

$125 - $135/hr

We are seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and client-centered Child/Adolescent Neuropsychologist to join our inclusive team. This is a part-time, salaried position that includes opportunities for ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for child neuropsychologist in the United States is $122,928.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,000.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Child Neuropsychologist is a specialized psychologist who evaluates and treats children with brain-based disorders that affect their thinking, learning, behavior, and emotions. They use standardized tests, interviews, and observations to assess cognitive functions such as memory, attention, language, and problem-solving. Child neuropsychologists often work with children who have conditions like ADHD, autism, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, or learning disabilities, helping families and schools understand how these issues impact daily life and learning. They also provide recommendations for interventions and support tailored to each child’s unique needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a child neuropsychologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Child Neuropsychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology with specialized training in neuropsychology, along with licensure and board certification. Familiarity with standardized neuropsychological assessment tools, scoring software, and electronic medical records systems is essential. Strong analytical thinking, patience, and excellent communication skills help in interpreting results and working effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for accurately diagnosing neurodevelopmental conditions and providing effective intervention recommendations.

How does a child neuropsychologist typically collaborate with other professionals in a clinical setting?

Child Neuropsychologists often work closely with multidisciplinary teams that may include pediatricians, neurologists, psychiatrists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and educators. They frequently participate in case conferences and team meetings to discuss assessment findings and coordinate care plans tailored to each child's unique needs. Effective communication and collaboration are key, as neuropsychologists share insights on cognitive and behavioral functioning that inform treatment recommendations and educational planning. This collaborative approach ensures comprehensive support for the child and their family.
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Neuropsychologist I

Kennedy Krieger Institute

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Job description

Overview

The Neuropsychologist I, will provide neuropsychological assessments and, as needed, consultation and psychological treatment services to clients served by the CASSI (Center for Autism Services, Science and Innovation). Primary clinical responsibilities will be for patients ages 2 years through young adult.

Responsibilities

1. Select, administer, and score psychological and neuropsychological tests to assess intellectual functioning, neuropsychological status, personality structure, interest, aptitudes, adaptive function, and academic achievement. 2. Interpret assessment results with regard to understanding brain-behavior relationships, using findings based on current research in neuropsychological assessment and available evidence-based approaches. 3. Write comprehensive neuropsychological assessment reports including diagnostic interpretations and next step management/strategy plans.4. Participate in weekly case conferences or interdisciplinary staff meetings as needed to discuss and evaluate the diagnoses and treatment/management of patients and formulate rehabilitation plans.5. Provide interpretative information to parents and/or primary caregivers (including teachers, therapists); may provide short-term counseling to parents for effecting changes in child management.6. Conduct intake interviews to ascertain the needs of clients and document the results of this interview.7. Assist the Department Director and Clinical Director in the development of clinical initiatives.8. Enter results from all assessments into the Neuropsychology Department and/or database.9. Enter reports into the Kennedy Krieger Institute's Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. 10. Maintain productivity standards.11. Maintain documentation and reporting standards.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure in Maryland as a psychologist is required. Credentialed as a Licensed Psychologist by the Kennedy Krieger Institute Medical Staff, with specialty privilege in Clinical Neuropsychology. Doctoral degree in Psychology from an APA/CPA-accredited college or university is required. Completion of APA/CPA-accredited pre-doctoral internship, with supervised experience in clinical neuropsychology, is required. Two-year postdoctoral residency is in clinical neuropsychology is required

EXPERIENCE:Minimum of 2 years experience in working with a population of children with intellectual/developmental disabilities is required. This experience may be satisfied through postdoctoral residency training in clinical neuropsychology.

Minimum pay rangeUSD $70,511.00/Hr.Maximum pay rangeUSD $125,800.00/Hr.Employment Type: OTHER

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