Pediatric Psychologist

Position Highlights

As a Pediatric Psychologist at CNDH, you will: 

• Provide comprehensive psychological evaluations, therapy and behavioral interventions for children and adolescents within our integrated care model
• Work collaboratively with pediatricians, advanced practice providers, early childhood developmental therapists, medical family therapists and families
• Support early childhood development, trauma-informed care and resilience building

This role is embedded within an interdisciplinary Pediatrics team focused on holistic child wellness, where you will coordinate care alongside integrated Pediatric Pharmacists for medication management, on-site Pediatric Dental Services, Pediatric Developmental Specialists and dedicated RN Case Managers who provide care coordination for children with complex medical needs. This collaborative approach ensures comprehensive, patient-centered care that addresses every aspect of a child's emotional, developmental and overall well-being.

Call Schedule & Coverage

• All federal holidays observed with clinic closure

Advanced Technology & Support

• Comprehensive electronic management records (EMR) system - Transitioning to Epic EMR in 2025
• The Pediatric team consists of 13 dedicated pediatric providers working collaboratively to deliver exceptional care
• Access to embedded behavioral health specialists, pediatric pharmacists, dental services, lactation consultants and developmental specialists
• Dedicated RN Case Managers to assist with complex patient needs
• Nurse Practitioner or PA support during hospitalist weeks

Exceptional Benefits Package

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunity (non-RVU based incentive program)
• Insurance
  • 100% paid medical and dental for physician
  • 95% paid coverage for entire family
  • Federal Tort Malpractice coverage at no cost
    
• Generous Time Off
  • 120 hours vacation
  • 13 annual holidays (includes birthday)
  • Unlimited sick leave accrual
  • 80 hours continuing medical education (CME) with the option to 56 hours as flexible annual leave hours
    
  • Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Catastrophic Leave, Military Leave and Family Medical Leave
    
• Financial Benefits
  • 401K with 5% employer match
  • $3,500 annual CME allowance
  • Receive up to $700 in guaranteed reimbursement for professional society membership dues
  • Oklahoma license cost reimbursement
  • Relocation assistance
  • Student loan repayment options
  • Additional Employee Benefits

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited program
• Active Oklahoma state licensure or ability to obtain
• Experience working with children and families (preferably in a medical or tribal setting)
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally competent and developmentally appropriate practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and passion for enhancing child health and community well-being
  
• For a detailed list of qualifications and requirements, please review the full job description tab

How to Apply

If you have any questions about this open position or wish to express interest, please complete the form below and upload your CV or resume and cover letter (cover letter is optional). Please enter an email address you check regularly, as this will be our primary method of communication regarding your application and next steps.

This position is located within the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health (CNDH) in the Ada Primary Care Clinic located in the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center (CNMC), or in the Satellite Health Clinics located in Ardmore, Purcell and Tishomingo. The purpose of this position is to perform specialty medicine dealing with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood.

Responsibilities

• Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types
• Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner
• Partners with internal and external services as needed to ensure appropriate referral is made
• Greets and engages with a smile
• Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomes
• Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
• Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment
• Maintains and promotes professionalism
• Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
• Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
• Maintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.
• Protects the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy
• Transfers care as appropriate utilizing the SBAR system
• Acts as a consultant to other physicians
• Ensures continuity of care
• Provides comprehensive medical services in pediatric care
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
• Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
• Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
• Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other. rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management
• Maintains clear and complete employee health records

Education:

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited program
• Active Oklahoma state licensure or ability to obtain
• Experience working with children and families (preferably in a medical or tribal setting)
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally competent and developmentally appropriate practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and passion for enhancing child health and community well-being

Experience:

• 3 years directly related experience

Licenses:

• Board Certification in Pediatrics
• Pass general background check
• Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration Number
• Unrestricted Medical License
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Working Conditions:

• Potential exposure to biohazards
• Potential exposure to contagious diseases
• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Sometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach
• Operate surgical tools
• Sitting up to 50% of shift
• Standing up to 100% of shift