Pediatric Psychologist Specializing in Pediatric Gastroenterology
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank: Pediatric Psychologist Specializing in Pediatric Gastroenterology / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Track: Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin: FY2025
Details: The Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a pediatric psychologist with expertise and interest in treating pediatric feeding disorders as well as colorectal conditions. Our growing treatment programs at Primary Children’s Hospital provide comprehensive interdisciplinary care and education to address the complex needs of children and adolescents with chronic medical illness throughout the Intermountain West.
The Primary Children’s Feeding and Swallowing Center (FSC) and Colorectal Center (CHARM) are expanding their interdisciplinary diagnostic, treatment, and education services for children of all ages. Currently, we are seeking a pediatric psychologist to work closely with pediatric nurse practitioners, speech and language pathology, gastroenterology and neuro-gastroenterology, social work, nutrition, surgery, and child life to address the psychological needs of patients in a supportive and trauma-informed care setting.
Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have a PhD or PsyD from an accredited psychology training program and have completed an APA-approved internship specializing in clinical child or pediatric psychology. Requisite experience including fellowship in health psychology or equivalent experience with medical patients in a hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have additional experience with pediatric feeding disorders and familiarity with gastroenterology disorders. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits: The Department and University offers a competitive salary and unmatched benefits program including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.
Location: Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West, with a nationally recognized broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information: All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
Special Instructions for Candidates:
Open Date: 06/24/2024
Close Date: Open Until Filled
Requisition Number: PRN03597F
Type: Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
- * Do you have a PhD or PsyD from an accredited psychology training program?
- * Have you completed an APA-approved internship specializing in clinical child or pediatric psychology?
- * Do you have requisite experience including fellowship in health psychology or equivalent experience with medical patients in a hospital setting?
- * Do you have experience with pediatric feeding disorders and familiarity with gastroenterology disorders?
- * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?
- * One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
Required Documents: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents: Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169, Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
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