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Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care Psychologist

HACKENSACK UNIV. MEDICAL GROUP Hackensack, New Jersey
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  • Requisition # 2026-181729
  • ShiftDay
  • StatusFull Time with Benefits

Overview

The Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care Psychologist functions as a clinical psychologist under the supervision of the Supervisor Psychology, in accordance with the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct of the American Psychological Association, guidelines from the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners, and standards set forth by the joint Commission. In general, the Psychologist independently diagnoses and treats mental disorders and aspects of psychological adjustment. The specific scope of practice will be articulated in the delineation of privileges as issued in the process of appointment to the Medical Staff.

This position offers a highly desirable weekday schedule with no on-call, weekend, or holiday obligations.

Responsibilities

1. Assumes the duties and responsibilities of a psychologist as prescribed by training and standards and delineated by the medical staff appointment. 2. Conducts diagnostic psychological/psychosocial evaluations and demonstrates knowledge and skills in the use and interpretation of assessment tools and subsequent integration into the formulation of a diagnostic impression. 3. Provides effective, evidence-based psychological interventions. 4. Functions as a consultant in the Department of Pediatrics. 5. Provides case management and coordination for patients and caregivers. Provides program services in accordance with HUMC policy and procedures, the Joint Commission, the American Psychological Association (APA) and the New Jersey Board of Psychological Examiners. 6. Maintains records and documentation of patient contact according to the laws of the State of New Jersey Works collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams throughout HUMC, the HMH network, and the community. Provides crisis intervention and emergency services to patients as needed. 7. Serves as resource and liaison to community and governmental agencies. Participates in professional and community education conferences and seminars on related topics. 8. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs. 9. Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational & Managerial Competencies. 10. Lifts a minimum of 10 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 10 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hours a day.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 1. Earned Doctorate in Psychology, internship in clinical child, school psychology, adult clin

ical and/or pediatric psychology.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: 1. Post-doctoral training and/or experience in child maltreatment or forensic psychology.

Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. New Jersey or NJ eligible Practicing Psychologist License (PsyD or PhD) or Psychology One Year Permit or Psychology, Three Year Permit License. 

Compensation
Minimum rate of $113,609.60 Annually

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.


The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.


In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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