Neuropsychologist - Kaniksu Community Health

Kaniksu Community Health is a non-profit, award winning Community Health Center that provides integrated, team-based healthcare in north Idaho. 

Patients consider us their partner in healthcare, over the course of their life and the spectrum of their health needs. From prevention and wellness to medical, dental, and behavioral health. From pediatric to geriatrics, we believe that quality healthcare should be accessible, approachable and affordable for everyone. Regardless of how a patient can pay, or the severity of their concerns, we help find solutions.   We provide access to comprehensive and integrated multi-disciplinary services through the Patient Centered Medical Home model of care. 

But we're not just invested in our patients – we're invested in our people.  We know that our overall success is a combined effort and we therefore strive to provide opportunities for our employees to learn, grow and thrive. We are proud to have built a positive and engaged team with a "family" spirit. Our team members are dedicated and provide a patient centric approach to care and know exactly what we are working on and why, and how their everyday work contributes to successfully achieving this goal.

A Kaniksu Community Health Neuropsychologist is not just responsible for providing excellent customer service.  They are committed to providing an excellent patient experience while performing essential clinical or administrative work in a fast-paced, productive environment.  YOU ARE an essential team member charged with assisting patients in managing their care at Kaniksu Community Health. 

Under the direction of the KCH Director of Psychology and as a member of the Kaniksu Community Health Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Team, a typical day of a Neuropsychologist might include but not limited to;

• Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.
• Compare patients' progress before and after pharmacologic, surgical, or behavioral interventions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
• Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.
• Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.
• Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques. 
• Be able to provide an explanation of findings to patients, their family members, and other providers.    
• Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.
• Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.
• As necessary, provide psychotherapy, behavior therapy, or other counseling interventions.

Qualifications Needed to Land this Gig:

• Doctorate of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology 
• Licensed in the state of Idaho.
• Current knowledge of the major theoretical orientations, techniques and practices used in the fields of psychotherapy and psychological assessment.
• Experience and an interest in working in community health.
• Experience with program development, evaluation and solid organizational skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially using Word, Excel and customized electronic health record databases and telehealth systems.
• Commitment to the ethics of the profession and upholding legal statutes related to your profession and policies of Kaniksu.
• Understanding Kaniksu's mission and culture and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with staff, patient clients, and the public in all circumstances.
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to relate well with persons from a variety socioeconomic and cultural groups.

The benefits of working for KCH include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Education Assistance and Guided Career Pathways
• 4% 401K employer match
• In-house medical, dental, or behavioral health services
• Year round, affordable on-site childcare at KCH Kid's Club