Psychology, Psychometrist

Job Description

The Psychometrist administers and scores a broad spectrum of psychometric assessments, including highly technical individually administered and computer-based neuropsychological and psychological assessment measures, under the general supervision of a neuropsychologist.

This role typically includes approximately 23 hours of direct face-to-face testing per patient , followed by 3060 minutes of scoring and preparing comparison norms to support the neuropsychologist in interpreting assessment results.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer a broad spectrum of tests and assessment protocols under the general supervision of a psychologist or neuropsychologist
• Evaluate and respond to patient needs during evaluations; manage patient behavior during assessment sessions and maintain an appropriate testing environment to ensure validity of results
• Consult with staff or a neuropsychologist when necessary regarding unusual patient needs and/or special accommodations during evaluation
• Score psychological and neuropsychological measures according to normative standards and clinical protocols using test manuals and/or computer scoring programs
• Record and compile summaries of patient assessment results
• Provide thorough documentation of observations regarding patient behavior during testing and assist with quality control
• Attend to routine administrative responsibilities related to the operation of a psychological clinic
• Assist in teaching trainees proper methods of test administration and scoring, including how to document observations and respond to patient needs or behavioral issues during testing sessions
• Assist with research projects, including consultations with research assessment specialists and the processing and reporting of research data
• Participate in constructing or setting up research-related psychological assessment protocols
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in applied psychology or a related field
• Minimum of one (1) year of exposure to psychological assessment activities

Preferred Education and Experience

• Masters degree in applied psychology or a related field

Preferred Licensure, Certification, or Specialized Training

• Spanish language skills preferred