Job Description

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Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at  . 

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

About the Department

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

UC is one of the largest employers in the Cincinnati region, employing over 15,000 full-time and part-time faculty, staff and student workers.

Founded in 1947, the UC Department of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine is revolutionizing medicine by connecting discovery and education to world-class care in neurological diseases. Our vision is to be the model organization that integrates neurologic clinical care, research and education. The Department provides expert care for people with traumatic brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease and related cognitive disorders, neuromuscular diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, spinal cord injury, and headache, as well as other neurologic disorders. Please visit our website for more information about our department: .

Job Overview

The Department of Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine – Division of Neuropsychology & Medical Psychology is seeking two adult Clinical Neuropsychologists to join our growing and collegial department. Many opportunities exist for professional consultation and collaboration within our active Psychology Division and broader department.

One Neuropsychologist will focus primarily on epilepsy, closely collaborating with neurologists in the Epilepsy Division. A portion of time will be devoted to people with other diagnoses. Many of the physicians in Epilepsy Division are national and international leaders in the field. The Epilepsy Center at the University of Cincinnati Gardner Neuroscience Institute is one of the most experienced in the U.S., having performed epilepsy surgery for 30 years. More information about the Epilepsy Division can be found at .

Another Neuropsychologist will serve people who have TBI, CVA, brain tumors, and a range of other complex neurological disorders, with close collaboration with our physician colleagues in PM&R and Neurology. Opportunities for specialization are available.

In this role, the Neuropsychologist will provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to adults with a wide variety of cognitive disorders. Referrals come from our neurology and rehabilitation medicine colleagues, as well as from the entire medical system. Following administration and scoring of test data, the candidate will offer feedback on assessment results and recommendations to the patient and family, as well as consultation with the multidisciplinary treatment team. Additionally, there will be opportunities to develop specialty interests in neurotrauma, rehabilitation, epilepsy, MS, memory disorders, movement, etc.

Collaboration on research projects with Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine faculty and other scholarly pursuits is encouraged but not required. Opportunities for teaching and supervision are also available.

Essential Functions

• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to a general adult population with a wide variety of cognitive disorders.
• Possibility to work closely with a psychometrist in the administration and scoring of test data.
• Offer feedback on assessment results and recommendations to the patient and family.
• Consultation with the multidisciplinary treatment team will also be expected
• Opportunities to develop specialty interests in neurotrauma, rehabilitation, epilepsy, MS, memory disorders, movement, etc.
• Collaboration on research projects with Neurology & Rehabilitation Medicine faculty and other scholarly pursuits is encouraged but not required.
• Opportunities for teaching and supervision are also available.
• Provide psychological assessments, diagnosis, consultation, intervention, and related psychological services to patients and families.
• Apply and supervise the application of psychological procedures and techniques in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating psychological disorders.
• Function as member of interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide education and support regarding psychosocial and behavioral issues to medical school faculty, attending physicians, nursing staff, residents, interns, medical students, and other trainees.
• Participate in regular supervision meetings, staff meetings, and Clinical Training Seminar meetings.
• Fulfill medical records, billing, HIPAA, and other administrative requirements associated with patient care.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Doctoral degree from an APA-accredited program in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Licensed as a Psychologist in the State of Ohio or license-eligible.
• ABPP or ABPP-eligible.
• Two-years of supervised post-doctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Often
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Talking - Often
• Reaching overhead - Seldom
• Pulling, pushing - Seldom

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our  Careers Page .

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