Psychometrist Opportunity

Psychometrist Opportunity University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), Department of Neurology – Adult Neuropsychology Division. Location: South Houston and Galveston, TX. Overview The Adult Neuropsychology Division of the Neurology Department offers assessment and consultation to evaluate emotional and cognitive functioning in patients with known or suspected brain dysfunction. Neuropsychological evaluation is medically necessary when patients show signs or symptoms of global intellectual decline or specific cognitive deficits such as memory problems, language disorders, visuospatial perceptual abnormalities, or decline in problem‑solving skills. The evaluation helps diagnose, specify cognitive strengths and weaknesses, and monitor changes after neurosurgical procedures or due to conditions such as brain trauma, multiple sclerosis, cerebrovascular disease, neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s), epilepsy, HIV, and other conditions that affect emotional and cognitive functioning. Referrals are generally made by a neurologist, surgeon, or psychiatrist. Psychometrist Position The Division seeks a Psychometrist (Psychology Technician) to administer and score various psychological, neuropsychological, and behavioral assessment instruments under the supervision of a neuropsychologist. Duties include maintaining patient interest, motivation, and effort while ensuring comfort and safety, and collecting precise data under challenging conditions. Position Requirements Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in psychology, clinical psychology, or counseling psychology. Certification through the Board of Certified Psychometrists (BCP) is preferred. Clinical and/or research experience strongly preferred. Income Package Wage will be competitive and commensurate with training and experience. Full‑time employees receive a superior family benefits program and a comprehensive retirement program. Equal Opportunity Employment UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics