Clinical Neuropsychologist – Concussion Program
Location: New York, NY
Date Posted: 03/17/2026
Job Description
Clinical Neuropsychologist – Concussion Program
Location: New York, NY
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time
Organization: New York Brain and Spine Surgery
Position Overview. We are seeking a Clinical Neuropsychologist to join a multidisciplinary concussion and brain injury program focused on the comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and persistent post-concussion symptoms. The neuropsychologist will play a key role in neurocognitive assessment, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning, working closely with physiatrists, neurologists, pain specialists, and rehabilitation therapists. This role is ideal for a clinician interested in integrating neuropsychological testing with evidence-based interventions to improve patient recovery and functional outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for patients with concussion and mild traumatic brain injury
- Administer and interpret standardized neurocognitive, psychological, and behavioral assessments
- Provide diagnostic clarification for cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms following brain injury
- Develop individualized treatment recommendations in collaboration with physiatrists and rehabilitation specialists
- Provide evidence-based psychological interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy for post-concussion symptoms
- Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and care coordination
- Educate patients and families on brain injury recovery and symptom management
- Contribute to program development, outcomes tracking, and clinical research initiatives (optional)
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology, or related field
- Completion of a neuropsychology-focused internship and postdoctoral fellowship
- Board certification (ABPP-CN) preferred but not required
- Licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in the state of New York
- Experience evaluating and treating patients with concussion, mild TBI, or neurological conditions
- Strong interest in multidisciplinary rehabilitation and brain injury care
Preferred Experience
- Experience working in concussion clinics, sports medicine, neurology, or rehabilitation medicine
- Familiarity with computerized cognitive testing and neurocognitive outcome tracking
- Experience collaborating with physiatrists, neurologists, or pain management specialists
What We Offer
- Collaborative multidisciplinary clinical environment
- Opportunity to help build and shape a specialized concussion care program
- Competitive compensation and flexible scheduling
- Access to advanced neurocognitive assessment tools and clinical resources
- Opportunities for research, teaching, and program development
About the Program
Our program provides comprehensive concussion care, integrating medical, cognitive, and behavioral treatments to support recovery after brain injury. We partner with physicians specializing in physical medicine & rehabilitation, neurology, and pain management to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
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