Clinical Psychologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Charleston, Illinois

Job description

About the facility

This outpatient facility provides comprehensive neuropsychological services with an interdisciplinary team approach to cognitive assessment and evaluation. The facility maintains established protocols for neuropsychological testing across all age groups and utilizes electronic documentation systems for clinical records and care coordination. The organization emphasizes evidence-based assessment practices and collaborative treatment planning among healthcare professionals. The facility operates during standard business hours and supports both full-time and part-time scheduling options for qualified neuropsychologists.

About the facility location

Charleston offers regional attractions and outdoor recreation opportunities throughout Illinois. The area provides year-round activities and serves as a center for educational and cultural pursuits within the state. The community features local parks and recreational facilities that support an active lifestyle for residents and visitors.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will administer, score, and interpret neuropsychological assessments across cognitive domains including memory, attention, executive functioning, and language while working full-time Monday through Friday day shifts. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive clinical interviews, reviewing medical and educational histories, and preparing detailed reports for patients, families, and referring providers. The position requires close collaboration with neurologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and educators to develop individualized treatment plans while participating in case conferences and team meetings. The clinician will provide psychoeducation and counseling on cognitive strengths and compensatory strategies while maintaining accurate documentation using electronic documentation systems. Part-time options are available for qualified candidates seeking flexible scheduling arrangements.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: Variable
• Support staff: Interdisciplinary neuropsychological assessment team
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: No
• Shift hours: Full time (40 hours)
• Cases treated: All ages requiring neuropsychological assessment across cognitive domains
• Average length of stay: Not applicable
• Census: Not applicable
• Med checks/follow-up per day: Variable
• Initial evaluation time: Variable