The Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for an Academic Pediatric Medical Psychologist. As part of an interdisciplinary medical psychiatry/psychology team, the Academic Pediatric Psychologist will provide consultation-liaison and clinical services to youth with chronic medical illness at Primary Childrens Hospital (PCH), specific pediatric subspecialty clinics, and at the Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinic. Responsibilities include assessments, brief interventions, outpatient treatments and referrals. In addition to providing patient care and medical support for clinicians, the medical psychologist is also needed to help train and supervise pediatric traineesThe Department and University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy, rich cultural scene with ballet, theatre, symphony, opera, live music, museums, outstanding restaurants, and a moderate cost of living. The city is a well-known ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts, Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a days drive), a variety of golf courses allowing for year-round play, hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails (some leaving from adjacent to the hospital), and numerous other outdoor activities.Qualified candidates must have a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or Educational Psychology from an accredited program; and must possess experience in the care of medically ill children and adolescents in individual, group, and family therapy clinical settings. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/127058. Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: Lisa Giles, M.D., Interim Division Chief, at lisa.giles@hsc.utah.edu.The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.