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Where Kids and Families are Always First
MultiCare Mary Bridge Childrenâs Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washingtonâs South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience. Mary Bridge Childrenâs multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs.
About MultiCare & Mary Bridge Childrenâs Hospital
Based in Tacoma, WA (near Seattle), MultiCare Health System is a leading-edge, integrated not-for-profit healthcare organization. Mary Bridge Childrenâs Hospital is an advanced regional care and referral center for Southwest Washington, serving more than 13 referring hospitals across 9 counties. Mary Bridge supports a Level IV NICU and has earned the prestigious Leapfrog Top Hospital Award in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2023 for excellence in patient safety and qualityâan honor recognized nationwide.
Mary Bridge Behavioral Health Network further extends our impact, providing families with comprehensive support through a fully staffed busy ED service, PICU, trauma service, inpatient psychiatry, and a full complement of pediatric subspecialties.
The Opportunity
Our dynamic multi-specialty group is seeking a 1.0 FTE Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join our growing Pediatric Neuropsychology program.
In this role, you will:
- Provide direct, age-appropriate clinical neuropsychological evaluations in the outpatient setting with the support of a psychometrist.
- Work with children and families facing medically related neurocognitive concerns.
- Provide consultation and brief screening of cognitive skills for patients during multidisciplinary medical clinics.
- Collaborate with a highly supportive team across pediatrics and subspecialties.
You will be supported by Mary Bridge Childrenâs Hospitalâs robust network of specialists and services, including:
16-bed PICU
66-bed general pediatric unit
70-bed Level IV NICU at Tacoma General
Comprehensive subspecialties such as cardiology, endocrinology, hematology/oncology, gastroenterology, neurology, pulmonology, rehabilitation, rheumatology, surgery, and urology.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
Competitive starting salary
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Student loan reimbursement
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
CME allowance with dedicated time off
Retirement savings plan
And much more
Why Tacoma, WA?
Located on the Puget Sound, Tacoma offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and affordability. Hereâs why youâll love living here:
Outdoor Paradise: Easy access to Mount Rainier, the Olympic Peninsula, and the Puget Soundâperfect for hiking, skiing, kayaking, and year-round adventures.
Vibrant Arts & Culture: Tacoma boasts renowned museums (including the Museum of Glass), a thriving food scene, and lively music and arts festivals.
Family-Friendly: Excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community.
Close to Seattle, Without the Price Tag: Enjoy all the perks of being near a major metropolitan areaâprofessional sports, international travel, cultural attractionsâwhile living in a more affordable and relaxed community.
Whether youâre seeking professional growth or a place to put down roots, Tacoma is an ideal place to live and work.
đ Join us at Mary Bridge Childrenâs Hospital and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families across the Pacific Northwest. Please contact Carolyn Brightharp, Ph.D. at Carolyn.Brightharp@multicare.org for additional information.
Position Summary
MultiCare Health System is seeking a Neuro Psychologist to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. The Neuropsychologist is responsible for providing direct clinical neuropsychological services to children and families with medically related neurocognitive concerns in both outpatient and inpatient setting. The incumbent provides clinical support services for pediatric medical programs across the system. Responsibilities include age appropriate evaluation and treatment services and the provision of psychological treatment with patients and families as needed. Work situations are of a routine nature yet require analysis, good judgment, decision making, and diplomacy. This position has extensive external contacts, which include patients, families, physicians, and outside organizations and agencies. Internal contacts include inpatient and outpatient patient care staff and management.Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Northwest Region. Here, youâll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA accredited clinical psychology training program required Completion of two years of formal post doctoral specialty training in clinical neuropsychology with substantial background in pediatric neuropsychology and/or medical psychology required
- Washington State Licensure as a psychologist, or immediate eligibility for licensure required
- Eligibility for, or completion of, board certification in clinical neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology preferred
- An APA accredited, preferably hospital-based, internship required
Why Mary Bridge Children's?
Mission-driven:âŻPartnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serveÂ
Award-winning:âŻNamed âTop Childrenâs Hospitalâ for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on âTop Doctorsâ lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News TribuneÂ
Growing:⯠New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026Â
Leading research:âŻMultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trialsÂ
Employee-centric:âŻMultiCare is consistently ranked among âAmericaâs Best Employers by Stateâ by ForbesÂ
Lifestyle:âŻLive and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water viewsÂ
Explore our services at marybridge.org
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $133,400.00 - $153,200.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicantâs years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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