Clinical Psychologist; Child - Acuity Programs​/Medical and Psychiatric Complexity

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Children’s Mercy Kansas City is launching new programs to treat youth with medical/psychiatric or complex neurobehavioral treatment needs, including a partial hospitalization program (phased opening began in August of 2025) and a medical/surgical inpatient unit (planned opening February 2026). The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health is recruiting a clinical psychologist to join a robust interdisciplinary team which includes clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, BCBAs, pediatricians, licensed clinical social workers, nurses, dieticians, child life specialists, art/music therapists, and teachers, as well as support staff, including a care coordinator/discharge planner.

We are recruiting a psychologist to support the high acuity programs including the partial hospitalization program and step-down care. Ideal candidates will have training and/or experience with youth who have both medical and psychiatric presenting concerns, and/or neurodevelopmental/genetic disorders. Experience conducting diagnostic interviews, delivering individual, family, and group treatments, and conducting targeted psychological testing is desired.

This position will include teaching in the hospital’s pediatric medical and psychology training programs. It will also include protected academic time for service, research, and other scholarly activities. Faculty mentoring is provided for all new faculty members and additional support is available for those interested in clinical scholarship (e.g., program evaluation, quality improvement initiatives). This position carries an academic appointment at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, with rank commensurate to qualifications and experience.

Applicants must have:

• A PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology, pediatric psychology, clinical child psychology, or related field
• Completion of an APA-accredited internship and/or postdoctoral fellowship with clinical child and adolescent psychology as a major area of study
• Eligibility for clinical psychology licensure in Missouri and Kansas

The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health at Children’s Mercy is growing and expanding programs as part of the institution’s Mental and Behavioral Health Strategic Plan Illuminate:
Lighting the Path Forward for Mental Health | Children’s Mercy. We offer a dynamic and collegial work environment that includes 60 psychologists, 6 developmental pediatricians, 10 child and adolescent psychiatrists, master’s and doctoral level board certified behavior analysts, other research and pediatrics faculty, and allied health professionals who work together to provide outstanding mental and behavioral health care to youth in our region and beyond.

This position includes a competitive salary and benefits package. Candidates at all levels of experience will be considered.

Please apply online with a cover letter and your CV, or send to physician jobs

With any questions of for more information, please contact:

Meredith Dreyer Gillette, PhD

Associate Division Director - Psychology

Division of Developmental and Behavioral Health

mldreyer

For more information about Children’s Mercy Kansas City and about Kansas City itself, visit

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