Part of LifeBridge Health, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore features state-of-the-art facilities and renowned Centers of Excellence some with national and international acclaim. As the largest community hospital and the third largest teaching hospital in Maryland, Sinai Hospitals mission is to provide quality patient care, educate medical students and residents, and engage in research to improve the lives of people all over the world. Sinai Hospital is a smoke-free workplace.
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore is seeking a Medical Health Psychologist who under limited supervision, participates in the administration and delivery of various psychological services to medical patients including assessment, consultation, and intervention. Provides direct patient care through interview of patient and their families/caregivers; administration, scoring and interpretation of psychological measures, development of intervention plan, and implementation of this plan with the patient and family/caregivers. Reviews medical, educational and psychological information to form behavioral and cognitive interventions. Provides verbal and written consultation to referring physicians and other clinical staff on behalf of their patients. Develops and maintains educational programs for patients with neurological disorders including but not limited to stroke, epilepsy, brain injury, pain secondary to neurological disorders, multiple sclerosis, dementia and pseudo tumor cerebri. Participates in a clinical training program for pre and post doctoral students in neuropsychology and psychology.
Seasoned professional knowledge; equivalent to a Master’s degree; knowledge in more than one discipline. Doctorate of Psychology; minimum requirment of 2 years supervised experience and successful passing of state licensing exam. 1-3 years of experience. Microsoft Office Suite; Basic computer skills; Standard Office Equipment; Medical terminology; Critical thinking skills; Basic peds, adult & geriatric neurology knowledge; Clinical psychology knowledge; Basic pharmaceutical knowledge. Maryland licensure in Clinical Psychology. Demonstrates the ability to follow verbal instructions, as well as the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.