The Division of Psychology, in collaboration with Adolescent Medicine at Phoenix Children’s, is seeking a psychologist specializing in eating disorders to join our dedicated team. This position will focus on providing specialized psychological care to children, adolescents, and young adults with eating disorders in an outpatient setting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for youth (and some young adults) with eating disorders.
• Provide evidence-based individual and family psychotherapy tailored to the needs of patients and families managing eating disorders.
• Collaborate closely with medical colleagues to integrate psychological care into multidisciplinary treatment plans.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary team meetings and rounds to discuss patient progress and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with our inpatient medical teams to ensure continuity/coordination of care following medical stabilization.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of psychosocial programs within the Eating Disorders Clinic to enhance patient and family support.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Supervise psychology trainees within our APA-Accredited Psychology Doctoral Internship Program, with a focus on pediatric psychology.
• Engage in clinical research activities related to eating disorders, contributing to the advancement of treatment approaches and outcomes.
• Participate in the education of medical residents and fellows, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
• Maintain active involvement in professional development activities, including conferences, workshops, and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology or related field.
• Specialization in pediatric psychology, with specific expertise in eating disorders required.
• ABPP certification or eligibility preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical professionals and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient advocacy and family-centered care.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, diversity, and inclusion.
• Certification in evidence-based interventions for eating disorders, such as FBT.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in program development and enhancement of psychosocial support services.
• Proficiency in Spanish is advantageous.
• Experience with other evidence-based psychological interventions, such as DBT or ACT.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits including retirement contributions, vacation, CME funds, health, dental, disability, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for academic appointment through affiliations with University of Arizona-Phoenix College of Medicine, Creighton University School of Medicine, and Mayo School of Medicine.

Location:

• Enjoy living in the vibrant Phoenix Valley area with year-round sunshine and diverse recreational activities.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should visit https://careers.phoenixchildrens.com/Positions/Posting/862949 to apply.

For questions and inquiries, please contact:

David Blaha

Provider Talent Acquisition Partner

Phoenix Children’s

dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com  

Phoenix Children’s is committed to providing hope, healing, and the best health care for children and their families. We are seeking a psychologist who shares our dedication to excellence in treating pediatric patients with eating disorders. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of children in our community.

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Phoenix Children’s is one of the Nation’s largest pediatric health systems. It comprises Phoenix Children’s Hospital–Main Campus, Phoenix Children’s Hospital–East Valley at Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, four pediatric specialty and urgent care centers, 11 community pediatric practices, 20 outpatient clinics, two ambulatory surgery centers and six community-service-related outpatient clinics throughout the state of Arizona. The system has provided world-class inpatient, outpatient, trauma, emergency and urgent care to children and families for more than 35 years. Phoenix Children’s Care Network includes more than 850 pediatric primary care providers and specialists who deliver care across more than 75 subspecialties. Phoenix Children's provides world-class inpatient, outpatient, trauma, emergency and urgent care to children and families in Arizona and throughout the Southwest. As one of the largest children’s hospitals in the country, we provide care across more than 75 pediatric specialties. Every day our clinical, professional and support staff work collaboratively to deliver on our mission to provide hope, healing and the best health care for children and their fam...ilies. They embrace the challenges of providing compassionate, high-quality, family-centered care to the most complex patients in the region.

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