Pain Psychologist - Full -Time

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Job description

By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Psychologist will assess and treat patients with physical impairment due to chronic pain, functional neurological disorder, or other chronic conditions to assist patients in accepting and coping with their impairment. The psychologist acts as an integral part of the interdisciplinary treatment team for the Pain Management Center. The psychologist will receive an academic appointment at Northwestern Medicine - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department based on academic, research, and clinical experience.

The Psychologist will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Psychologist will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Pain Psychologist will:

Clinical:

• Interviews patients, families and other appropriate personnel to obtain information regarding patient's personal, medical, psychiatric, substance use, and social history.

• Conducts psychological evaluations, in collaboration with attending physicians, for interdisciplinary pain management program.

• Provide therapeutic intervention for individuals, families, and groups. Engage in evidenced-based interventions, including, but not limited to Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness based interventions, and relaxation training. Lead and/or cofacilitate psychoeducational groups.

• Participates in weekly interdisciplinary rounds to consult with treatment teams regarding psychological factors that would affect implementation of rehabilitation program and patient-therapist relationships.

• Consults with treatment team members regarding psychological and neuropsychological factors that would affect implementation of rehabilitation programs and patient-therapist relationships.

• The psychologist additionally provides behavioral management plans and suicide assessments, as needed.

• Co-treats with other allied health disciplines when emotional and/or behavioral factors interfere with rehabilitation progress.

• Provides discharge planning and follow-up services including referrals for patients and families.

• Maintains patient documentation per organization requirements.

• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Supervision for Training Program:

• Participate in Psychology Training with Doctoral-Level Advanced Practicum Students, including individual supervision, group supervision, and didactics. Participation in Psychology Training for Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Rehabilitation Psychology.

Teaching and Research:

• Provide professional presentations as requested (e.g., faculty development, grand rounds, medical school teaching)

• Academic appointment at Northwestern Medicine - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department based on academic, research, and clinical experience.

• Participates in research activities.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to the Clinical Manager, Pain Management Center

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of psychological principles, inter-relational dynamics, individual and group behavior, and behavior modification techniques normally acquired through completion of PhD or Psy.D. from an American Psychological Association accredited school and successful completion of a clinical internship.

• Current eligibility for licensure by State of Illinois required.

• Completion of an accredited fellowship in rehabilitation psychology, health psychology and/or clinical neuropsychology is preferred.

• Prior experience with chronic pain population and/or outpatient rehabilitation setting is preferred.

• Ability to interpret growth and development related information to assure patient needs are met.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients and families, and with physicians and team members.

• Analytical skills to select and interpret psychological tests assess patient disorders and formulate treatment plans.

Perks and Benefits of Working at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

• No weekend or holiday commitments

• Academic appointment at Northwestern Medicine Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

• Many educational opportunities such as ongoing grand rounds, Schwartz rounds, didactics through NWM

• Student training and participation in individual supervision, group supervision, and didactics

• Committee involvement throughout the organization

• Interdisciplinary and collaborative environment

• SRAlab qualifies as a non-profit (503c) organization for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

• Paid Time off and holidays

• Paid conference attendance

• Paid continuing education

• Health, dental, vision plans

• Retirement packages with immediate vesting

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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