Clinical Neuropsychologist PhD Needed in Dayton. OH

The Neuropsychology Service at Premier Health is actively seeking adult-focused Clinical Neuropsychologists to join its multifaceted team of general and subspecialized Neuropsychologists, psychometrists, and clinical-researchers.  The Neuropsychology Service at Premier Health, within the Department of Psychiatry, is an energetic practice that consistently maintains the highest volume of referrals in the area.

Premier Health is located in Dayton, OH, a city dedicated to fostering innovation in the neurosciences.  For example, in 2018, Premier Health launched its Brain Mapping Center, the first neurosurgical subspecialty clinic of its kind in the Midwest, led by Neuropsychology. 

Responsibilities: The successful candidates will play a vital role in providing neuropsychological services to adult outpatients dealing with a diverse range of medical and neurological conditions. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate within a multidisciplinary clinical-research framework that extends across the neurosciences, rehabilitation medicine, and academic partnerships with globally-recognized institutions.  Our neuropsychologists publish regularly in high impact-factor journals across the neurosciences, thus participation in ongoing scholarly activities is strongly encouraged.  Additionally, grant-writing resources and seed-funding support opportunities exist to those wanting to investigate independently.

The Neuropsychologists at Premier Health have created and managed surgical programs and procedures, have won awards in Innovation in neuroscience, and continue to be an essential part of shaping the future of neuroscience in this region.  The successful candidate will be joining a practice that includes 2 General Neuropsychologists, 1 Specialist Neuropsychologist (Neurosurgical Mapping), and 4+ psychometrists.  There are abundant opportunities for educating the next generation of neuropsychologists, medical students, residents, and fellows across the neurosciences as well.  Applicants with interest in clinical training are strongly encouraged.

The Neuropsychologists are valued members of the Premier Health and general health community.  Neuropsychologists who are interested in neurosurgery and surgical planning/mapping are encouraged to participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, with emphasis on Neuro-Oncology and Epilepsy.

Qualifications: Applicants must hold a doctorate degree in clinical psychology, have completed an APA-accredited clinical psychology internship, possess at least 2 years of post-doctoral training in neuropsychology consistent with the Houston Conference Guidelines, and be licensed or license eligible in Ohio.

Premier Health has grown to become the largest health system in southwest Ohio. Founded in 1995, Premier Health has more than 13,000 employees and 2,300 physicians, all with one mission: to build healthier communities.

Our comprehensive health system operates five campuses including Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Miami Valley Hospital South in Centerville, Miami Valley Hospital North in Englewood, Atrium Medical Center in Middletown and Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy and has more than 100 patient care locations.

The Sky’s the Limit in Dayton!

As the birthplace of aviation the sky is certainly the limit when it comes to the endless quality of life amenities that the Dayton area has to offer. Among the many reasons why the greater Dayton area is your destination are diverse neighborhoods, great school systems, superior healthcare and a host of leisure activities.

Dayton boasts culturally rich museums and visual art centers including The Dayton Art Institute, The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, and the Schuster Performing Arts Center which hosts performances, exhibits, and events from first class world touring groups and popular community organizations such as the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, the Dayton Opera, and the Dayton Ballet. Dayton is also home to the United States Air Force Museum, the oldest and largest military and aviation museum in the country, featuring a fascinating collection of both modern and old-fashioned aerospace vehicles.

Known as the “Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Midwest”, Greater Dayton has the nation’s largest network of paved trails and Dayton’s Five Rivers MetroParks is one of the country’s best urban park systems with 16,000 acres of parkland offering a wide range of outdoor activities. The Dayton Dragons Minor League Baseball Team holds the record for the longest sellout streak in North American Professional Sports – selling out a record 1,441 consecutive home games over the past 22 years.

The northern Cincinnati region (Liberty Township, Mason, Middletown, Monroe, Trenton) offers:

• Top rated public school systems and a variety of private school choices. 
• Home to several universities
• Robust art programs including ballet, Broadway theater and museums
• Professional athletic teams, abundant gold courses, family friendly attractions
• Outstanding shopping and dining experiences 
• Easy access to two international airports for ease of travel
• Housing options ranging from a bustling downtown loft, a spacious country property or a charming neighborhood in the suburbs.