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Location : Springfield, IL
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: N2201700
Department: Pediatrics-SMS
Division: Developmental/Behavioral Pediatrics
Opening Date: 12/08/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Shift: Days
ExemptorNon_Exempt: Exempt
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Description
The incumbent will provide clinical services to children and adolescents and participate in program development in the Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics & Psychology. The incumbent will be responsible for active participation in the development and delivery of instructional activities to medical students and residents and for service functions related to their specialty, interest, and expertise. The incumbent will provide service to the SIU School of Medicine and community through maintaining an active outpatient practice, providing consultation to service agencies as requested, and developing research in the areas of the incumbent's interest.
Examples of Duties
Teaching
1. Participates in the clinical teaching of medical students and residents as assigned.
2. Supervises psychology post-docs, interns, and practicum students.
3. Participates in the development of educational curriculum as assigned.
4. Participates in and/or presents pediatric grand rounds, resident rounds, journal club, resident
core conference, and board review sessions.
Service
1. In accordance with SIU HealthCare policy, provides outpatient psychological evaluation,
therapy, and consultation requested by SIU clinical faculty, house staff, and community
physicians.
2. Participates in St. John's Children's Hospital/SIU NICU developmental continuity clinic.
3. Completes appropriate documentation of direct clinical services.
4. Maintains confidentiality of Department and patient information.
5. Demonstrates, by actions, commitment to the mission and the behavioral standards of SIU
School of Medicine. Provides excellent service to both internal and external customers
through collaboration and partnership; compassion and respect; integrity and accountability;
diversity and inclusion; as well as continuous learning and improvement.
Administration
1. Participates in monthly Department meetings and activities.
2. Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established Departmental safety rules and
practices; reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions,
hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and
visitors.
3. Serves on Department and University committees as assigned.
4. Performs other related duties as required.
Research
1. Develops research and/or collaborates with other faculty in research endeavors if
appropriate.
2. Participates in QI activities.
3. Maintains SCRIHS certification.
4. Engages in ongoing literature review in areas of interest and areas necessary to maintain a
high quality clinical practice.
Qualifications
• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D) in clinical, school, or counseling psychology.
• Completion of appropriate and relevant post-doctoral training.
• Licensure (or license-eligible) as a Clinical Psychologist by the State of Illinois.
• Two years of experience working with children and adolescents or specialized training
working with children.
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.
Supplemental Information
If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.
The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.
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Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.
Pre-employment background screenings required.
Paid time off: Includes 12 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service
Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill
Health, Dental, and Life insurance
Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.
Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.
Long-term Disability Insurance
Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars
Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).
Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement
Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees
Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times
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