Clinical Psychologist

The Clinical Psychologist - HSPP will be responsible for conducting diagnostic testing for families seeking service to help support those considering treatment options for suspected neurodevelopmental disorders. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations for children aged 2-6, with suspected ASD, implementing the ADOS-2, CARS-2, along with other relevant assessment tools. 
• Drafting of thorough diagnostic reports to meet requirement by insurance payors. 
• Review of diagnostic findings with families to recommend appropriate services. 
• Some travel may be required to perform in-person assessments within region. 
• Coordination of evaluations, schedules, and waitlist needs with the outreach and team and the Sr. Director of Diagnostic Assessment 
• Ongoing education in best practice as it relates to ASD evaluations, diagnostic testing tools, and how they can be implemented across Lighthouse.

• Licensed Psychologist.  Prefer licensure in North Carolina, Nebraska, South Carolina or Arizona.   
• Doctoral level degree in psychology (PhD/PsyD) or equivalent experience required 
• Endorsed HSPP (Health Service Provider in Psychology) 
• Has successfully passed the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP)
• Experience in ADOS-2 and other diagnostic testing specific to autism spectrum disorders 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Family and parent friendly approach to service provision 
• Must be physically able to work with children as assessments require