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Job Description
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Colorado Springs Neurological Associates (CSNA) began in 1959 and is now the largest and most experienced neuroscience, spine and pain management practice in southern Colorado. We proudly deliver the highest quality medical care to our community and we are seeking a neuropsychologist who shares our drive for excellence.
CSNA currently has a neuropsychologist opportunity available. This position will directly support our patient population with neuropyschology needs.
Requirements
- A doctoral degree in Neuropsychology and the successful completion of a residency (fellowship preferred)
- A license and certification to practice Neuropsychology
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to remain focused on the task at hand
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Primary Responsibilities
- Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensory-motor function, language, learning, and memory.
- Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews. ------Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases and various forms of dementing illnesses.
- Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.
-Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.
- Diagnose and treat psychiatric populations for conditions such as somatoform disorder, dementias, and psychoses.
- Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.
- Diagnose and treat neural and psychological conditions in medical and surgical populations such as patients with early dementing illness or chronic pain with a neurological basis.
- Distinguish between psychogenic and neurogenic syndromes, two or more suspected etiologies of cerebral dysfunction, or between disorders involving complex seizures.
- Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.
- Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.
- Compare patients' progress before and after pharmacologic, surgical, or behavioral interventions.
- Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.
- Provide psychotherapy, behavior therapy, or other counseling interventions to patients with neurological disorders.
- Identify and communicate risks associated with specific neurological surgical procedures such as epilepsy surgery.
- Maintain accurate, legible, and confidential records
Required Knowledge, Competencies and Skills
- Advanced clinical training and competency
- Understanding of anatomy and physiology
- Understanding of psychology and behavior change
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including in-person, phone, electronic, written, and active listening skills
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Extremely organized, accurate, detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task
- Work under pressure, meet deadlines, make decisions independently with minimum supervision
- Proficient with electronic medical records, medical histories & medically-related computer applications
- Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel
- Willing to learn new skills and methods
CSNA offers a strong compensation package, include competitive salary with bonus potential, full benefits and matching 401k. Come grow with us!
Please send CV's to nfrailey@cnseuro.com or reach out to Nikki Frailey at 719-389-1108 with any questions.
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