Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a full time Pre-Doctoral Psychology Intern to work at the main hospital location in Lawrenceville.

Under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, the Pre-Doctoral Psychology Intern provides psychological testing and assessment of patients.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and consolidate clinical skills in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and case conceptualization.

• Administer, score, and interpret appropriate standardized tests and behavior rating scales defined by department protocol and needs of the case.

• Provide diagnostic developmental and behavioral assessment of children with a variety of developmental, behavioral and mental health concerns with supervision, as needed and per PA State Board of Psychology.

• Increase familiarity and proficiency with evidence-based psychological interventions.

• Maintain outpatient psychotherapy caseload employing evidence-based psychological interventions.

• Increase effectiveness working as a scientifically trained pediatric psychologist within multidisciplinary treatment and research teams located within a university-based medical setting.

• Consult and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams regarding patient care and treatment planning with supervision.

• Cooperate in research projects as compatible with clinical schedule and patient needs, with supervision.

• Participate in monthly didactic/educational training experiences.

• Participate in regular supervisory meetings with direct supervisor to review adherence to program standards.

• Practice in a way that recognizes and respects diverse populations.

• Screen for the presence of safety and priority issues and takes appropriate action when identified.

• Bachelors Degree required

• Masters Degree Preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34 with renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran