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As a Perinatal Psychologist with the Women's Behavioral Health Program, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team within the award-winning Level IV Women's Hospital at Fairfax Medical Campus ...

As a key member of the Maternal Child Health (MCH) team, the Perinatal Quality Liaison collaborates across the MCH Business Unit to educate on perinatal quality standards. The role involves ...

As a key member of the Maternal Child Health (MCH) team, the Perinatal Quality Liaison collaborates across the MCH Business Unit to educate on perinatal quality standards. The role involves ...

As a key member of the Maternal Child Health (MCH) team, the Perinatal Quality Liaison collaborates across the MCH Business Unit to educate on perinatal quality standards. The role involves ...

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How much do perinatal jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for perinatal in the United States is $83,242.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Perinatal job?

A perinatal job involves working with individuals during pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period to provide medical, emotional, or educational support. Professionals in perinatal roles can include nurses, doctors, midwives, social workers, and mental health specialists. They help ensure both maternal and infant health, offering prenatal care, labor assistance, and postpartum support. Responsibilities may vary based on the specific role and setting, such as hospitals, clinics, or community organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Perinatal position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Perinatal role, you need an in-depth understanding of maternal-fetal medicine, obstetric and neonatal care, typically supported by a degree in nursing or midwifery and licensure such as RN, CNM, or relevant certifications. Familiarity with fetal monitoring systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and obstetric emergency procedures is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams are highly valued. These skills ensure the safety and well-being of both mothers and infants during the critical perinatal period while promoting effective team collaboration.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in a Perinatal position?

Individuals in Perinatal roles are responsible for monitoring the health and progress of pregnant patients, providing prenatal and postpartum education, and assisting during labor and delivery. Daily tasks may include performing patient assessments, administering medications, interpreting fetal monitoring data, and offering emotional support to mothers and families. Perinatal professionals also work closely with physicians, neonatal specialists, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement appropriate care plans. This collaborative and multifaceted approach helps ensure comprehensive care tailored to the needs of both mothers and infants.

What is a perinatal worker?

A perinatal worker is a healthcare professional who provides support and education to women and families during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. They often work in hospitals, clinics, or community settings, and may hold certifications in maternal health, nursing, or social work to assist with physical and emotional needs during the perinatal period.
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Infographic showing various Perinatal job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,242 per year, or $40 per hour.
Psychologist (Perinatal)

Psychologist (Perinatal)

Inova

Falls Church, VA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Inova Health System rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 241 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

181st of 864 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Psychologist Neuropsychologist

Inova Women's Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Psychologist Neuropsychologist to join the team. As a Perinatal Psychologist with the Women's Behavioral Health Program, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team within the award-winning Level IV Women's Hospital at Fairfax Medical Campus providing professional psychology consultation and service to perinatal women. There is flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week providing outpatient therapy services to perinatal women and work the remaining 4 days onsite at the hospital. This role will be full-time Monday - Friday, Day shift 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Featured Benefits: 

  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program. 

  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day. 

  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans. 

  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.

  • Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules and more.

Psychologist Neuropsychologist Job Responsibilities:

  • Primarily inpatient responsibilities include consultation liaison with the NICU, High Risk Pregnancy, Family Centered Care, and Fetal Care Team. 

  • This role includes initial assessment of risk, triage, brief/short-term therapy and counseling while on the inpatient unit and providing a bridge to in-house or community outpatient services for an appropriate level of therapeutic services

  • This role includes an opportunity to retain an outpatient caseload (1 day per week) within Women's Behavioral Health and provide direct clinical services

  • Lead role with ongoing implementation of inpatient universal screening regarding perinatal mental health (Edinburgh Postnatal Scale, PHQ-9, GAD-7).  Ongoing development of appropriate follow-up protocols and procedures for elevated screening results. 

  • Develop and provide educational seminars and lectures on perinatal and post-partum mental health to nurses, residents, and expectant parents within INOVA Fairfax Women's Hospital and community stakeholders and partners 

  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships and collaborative relationships with staff throughout the INOVA Women's and Children's Hospital (e.g., nursing staff, OB/GYN, social workers, case managers, pediatricians, breastfeeding medicine)

  • Opportunity for participation and collaboration with ongoing research and development of clinical and outcomes-based research within perinatal and postpartum behavioral health

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Doctorate Psychology 

  • Certification: Basic Life Support - Upon Start

  • Licensure: Clinical Psychologist - Upon start.

  • Payor Credentialing: Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors and Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
  • Medical Staff Credentialing: Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Perinatal women 

  • Experience: 3 years of experience post licensure

We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. 

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.


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