Psychometrist

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DUTIES:

• Administers a broad spectrum of psychometric assessments to include highly technical individually administered neuropsychological batteries and individually administered psychological batteries and computer-based tests under the general supervision of a psychologist or neuropsychologist.
• Evaluates and responds to patient’s needs during evaluation; manages patient behavior and controls testing environment to ensure accuracy of performance.
• Consults with staff regarding unusual aspects of patient’s condition or behavior which might indicate a change in tests ordered.
• Scores psychological and neuropsychological tests according to normative standards and judgment by using test manuals and computer scoring programs.
• Records and compiles a summary of data and of patient’s test results; prepares standard reports.
• Provides thorough documentation of observation of patient’s behavior during testing.
• Assists with quality control.
• Attends to routine administrative details relating to operation of a psychological clinic/laboratory.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Work requires exercise of moderate judgment in application and interpretation of policies and professional procedures and practices to work problems of well-defined nature.
• Work requires personal contact with faculty and staff members of other departments or organizational units, patients and their families, and/or in liaison activities with schools and other agencies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Working Conditions:

• Clinical Setting
• Office Setting

Salary Information:
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

Individuals with testing experience and testing courses at the graduate level are encouraged to apply.