Pediatric Psychology Fellowships, Jacksonville, Florida
- Overview
- Postdoctoral Fellowships
- Benefits & Location
- Leadership & Faculty
- Apply
Overview
The Division of Psychology at ѻƵ Children’s Health, Jacksonville is offering two postdoctoral fellowships beginning in August or September. Positions are open to graduates from American Psychological Association-approved doctoral programs who will have completed their internship training and all degree requirements by the start of fellowship.
The ѻƵ Division of Psychology includes 10 pediatric psychologists, two neuropsychologists, and three research psychologists. The Division of Psychology is part of the Department of Pediatrics and works closely with the Divisions of Neurology, Gastroenterology, Hematology/Oncology, Endocrinology, Anesthesiology and Pulmonology.
ѻƵ Children's Health operates in three locations in the greater Jacksonville area and is partnered with Wolfson Children’s Hospital, an inpatient pediatric hospital for consultation-liaison services. ѻƵ Children's Health, Jacksonville has developed a first of its kind Animal Assisted Therapy program (ADAPT) incorporating dogs and mini horses into our therapy sessions with providers who have earned post graduate certification.
Pediatric Psychology Fellowships
Interested applicants may apply to one or both positions:
Pediatric Psychology — Hematology/Oncology/BMT, Consultation-Liaison
The fellow will provide services within a multidisciplinary program for youth with a wide range of diagnoses such as brain tumor, bone tumors, acute lymphocytic leukemia, and patients who are in remission from cancer. This position will include inpatient consultation and liaison, outpatient therapy, and neurocognitive testing with these patient populations. The fellow will also have the opportunity to participate in a monthly comprehensive neuro-oncology clinic, in addition to multidisciplinary psychosocial rounds and tumor board. Participation in one or more minor rotations will provide additional training experience.
Pediatric Psychology— Pain Psychology, Consultation-Liaison
The fellow will conduct outpatient clinical work treating youth with a wide range of chronic pain conditions including (but not limited to) headaches, abdominal pain, post-concussive syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, amplified musculoskeletal pain syndrome, autonomic disorders, and generalized pain. ѻƵ Children’s Health, Jacksonville currently offers families integrated, multidisciplinary pain treatment via the following programs: Gut-Brain Clinic, Headache Clinic, and the Integrated Pain and Wellness Clinic. Clinical activities will include interdisciplinary intake evaluations, outpatient therapy with a focus on cognitive behavioral, acceptance, and family systems approaches, and collaboration with schools and other providers. Fellows will also provide inpatient consultation-liaison services focused on pain management. Participation in one or more minor rotations will provide additional training experience.
Both positions will include outpatient care as well as inpatient medical consultation/liaison at Wolfson Children’s Hospital (in specialty areas as well as with other pediatric populations). Each fellow will also have additional minor rotations, which may include training in sleep medicine or endocrinology. Fellowships are 1 year in duration, with the potential offer of a second year.
In addition to their primary training experiences, fellows participate in ѻƵ enterprise-wide (FL and DE) didactic seminars spanning topics such as professional development, case presentations, self-care, clinical and research supervision, and research and scholarly inquiry. Fellows will participate actively in diversity and cultural humility seminars across the enterprise. Additional opportunities to engage in diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism activities are also available and encouraged. There is also the opportunity to participate in a variety of continuing education activities.
Salary & Benefits
Salary
$66,232
Benefits
- 20 days of paid time off
- Five education days
- One day of volunteer time off
- Medical and prescription drug coverage
- Dental
- Malpractice insurance
- Employee resources for living
- Free parking on site
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including an educational stipend for conferences, workshops and licensure study materials.
Training at ѻƵ in Northeast Florida
ѻƵ Children’s Health, Jacksonville, sits right on the St. Johns River in the heart of downtown. It’s a hub for pediatric specialty care across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, where outpatient clinics connect seamlessly to Wolfson Children’s Hospital next door. The environment blends the pace of an urban medical center with the personal feel of a program where learners are known and supported.
Clinic & Training Environment
Your training is built on collaboration with, a 250-bed referral hospital for the region’s most complex pediatric cases. Wolfson’s Emergency Department is staffed entirely by fellowship-trained pediatric emergency medicine physicians, and the trauma center is Level III. The ORs stay busy, with surgical cases ranging from the routine to the highly specialized. Learn more about training here.
And the reach goes further. Trainees rotate with partners like the University of Florida, the Mayo Clinic, and the combined U.S. Army/Navy program. These affiliations expand learning into diverse clinical settings and connect you to a broader academic community.
Living in Jacksonville & Northeast Florida
Jacksonville has the feel of a major city with the laid-back energy of Florida’s coast. It’s a place where the St. Johns winds through downtown, beaches stretch along the coast, and history lives just down the road in St. Augustine. The cost of living is low, the food and arts scenes are growing, and outdoor spaces make it easy to get outside year-round. The River City offers plenty of ways to recharge.
Research Opportunities
Research at ѻƵ often ties directly into patient care, with access to faculty mentorship and multi-institution collaborations. Quality improvement, clinical trials, and interdisciplinary projects are all part of the mix. Trainees may present at local and national meetings, reflecting the program’s emphasis on scholarly growth alongside clinical training.
Resident & Fellow Life
Your training is more than rotations and research. It’s about feeling supported, finding community, and having space to succeed.
Community & Culture|You’ll learn in a setting that values teamwork. Across ѻƵ, Wolfson, and academic partners. Mentorship is accessible, and colleagues become friends quickly.
Wellness & Support |Resources are easy to access. Counseling, peer networks, and built-in wellness resources are part of the experience. Training is demanding, but you don’t go it alone.
Everyday Perks |The perks are real. Easy parking, walkable downtown, and a setting right on the riverfront make the day-to-day smoother.
Distinctive Setting |Jacksonville offers a mix of river views, city living, and coastal escapes. Add in program-sponsored outings and social traditions, and there’s a lot to see and do outside of training.
Train With Recognized Leaders
If you’re looking for a rewarding program built on academic excellence and family-centered care, ѻƵ offers outstanding medical, surgical, pharmacy, nursing, therapy, and psychology programs. Train with faculty who are respected leaders in their fields, a patient care model that stands apart and access to groundbreaking research.
Our Leadership & Core Training Faculty
Shana Boyle, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellowship Training Director
Primary Rotation Supervisor, Inpatient Consultation
Dr. Boyle is Section Chief of Pediatric Psychology at Wolfson Children’s Hospital and Team Psychologist for Snyder Family Cleft and Craniofacial Center. Dr. Boyle specializes in psychological evaluation and treatment of children with GI conditions, cleft and craniofacial disorders, and tic disorders.
Elizabeth (“Lisa”) Schilling, PhD, ABPP
Rotation Supervisor, Hematology/Oncology/BMT
Training Coordinator, ADAPT Animal-Assisted Therapy
Dr. Schilling is a board-certified clinical psychologist who provides neurocognitive assessment, outpatient therapy, and inpatient support to youth with cancer and other chronic medical conditions.
Nicole Kahhan, PhD
Rotation Supervisor, Inpatient Consultation
Primary Rotation Supervisor, Type 1 Diabetes Minor
Dr. Kahhan has expertise in the psychological assessment and treatment of youth with chronic medical conditions. Her research is focused on implementation of psychological screening in youth with diabetes. She works across the Division of Psychology, the Center for Healthcare Delivery Science, and the Patient Experience Team.
Sabrina Gretkierewicz, PhD
Primary Rotation Supervisor, Inpatient Consultation
Dr. Gretkierewicz’s clinical care is focused in sports medicine, cystic fibrosis, and adolescent wellness.
Meet Our Faculty
How to Apply
Application Requirements
Deadline: November 21, 2025
ѻƵ Children’s Health, Jacksonville uses the postdoctoral online application. Applicants are required to submit the following:
1.Curriculum vitae
2.Cover letter specifying interest and experience in the major and minor rotations described on the website.
3.Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a direct clinical supervisor)
4.Letter from dissertation chair indicating status of dissertation defense and other degree requirements by start of fellowship
Applicants for the program must have completed all requirements for their doctoral degree before beginning their postdoctoral training. The doctoral degree must be received from an APA/CPA-accredited program, including an APA/CPA-accredited internship. Verification of doctoral program completion will be requested during the application process.
Questions About Applying?
Shana Boyle, PhD
Division of Psychology, Department of Pediatrics
shana.boyle@nemours.org