Post-Doctoral Fellowship - Geisinger, Lewisburg, PA
/Pediatric Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Geisinger’s Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute is seeking one pediatric psychology postdoctoral fellow for the 2023-2024 training year. Individuals with a doctoral degree in school or clinical psychology from an APA accredited university who will be license-eligible in Pennsylvania after fellowship are welcome to apply. Completion of an APA accredited internship is preferred but not required.
Opportunities for training include working within a multidisciplinary team to evaluate the developmental, social, and behavioral needs of children with suspected developmental disabilities and/or autism. The postdoctoral fellow will also gain experience in coordinating care for patients and consulting with other medical professionals to determine a recommended treatment plan for the patient. Opportunities to provide individual and group therapy are also available.
Geisinger’s Autism and Developmental Medicine Institute is a clinical and research institute known for advancing scientific understanding of developmental disorders. Our team consists of Licensed Psychologists, Neurodevelopmental Pediatricians, Advanced Practitioners, Genetic Counselors, Medical Geneticists, and Speech and Language Pathologists. Multiple research projects to help advance the understanding of causes and treatments of neurodevelopmental conditions are occurring alongside the clinical work conducted at the institute. Opportunities to be a part of ongoing research projects at the institute may be available as well.
Interested applicants can send their CV and Cover Letter to Dr. Rachel Hessert at rhessert@geisinger.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Start date for the fellowship is flexible.
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Heidi R. Fisher, PhD
she/her
Clinical Psychologist
Autism & Developmental Medicine Institute
570-522-9430
MC 60-36