Neuropsychology Technician

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Job Summary

Working under the supervision of the Neuropsychologist, the Neuropsychology Technician (aka Psychometrist or Psychometrician) will assist in administering a wide range of standardized neuropsychological tests to patients with a diverse range of acquired or developmental neurocognitive disorders. This position assists in the cognitive evaluation of patients by administering, scoring and reporting the results of standardized tests of mental ability, as well as recording behavioral observations of patients during testing. Spanish-English bilingual candidates preferred. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Administer standardized neuropsychological tests that assess cognitive and behavioral functioning (including intelligence, attention/executive functions, memory, language, visuospatial/quantitative abilities, mood, and personality) to patients.
• Observe patients during and after testing, record behavioral observations and report to psychologist any information that may affect the validity of test results.
• Accurately score all tests per standardized methods. Maintain an up-to-date and thorough knowledge of the scoring procedures for a wide variety of neuropsychological measures.
• Create summary score sheets for each patient, detailing their performance by cognitive domain compared to the normative sample for each test.
• Help establish and maintain an appropriate testing environment in the clinic.
• Enter scores and other data into a database as necessary.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Licenses and Credentials
• Experience Excel programming experience 0-1 year preferred and Working with neurological and/or psychiatric patients 0-1 year preferred
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with other professional and administrative staff across multiple departments.
• Obtain operating familiarity with practice procedures and policies regarding psychological assessment.
• Good verbal, written and computer skills.
• Excellent observational skills and the ability to record and convey those observations systematically and reliably through writing.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.

Additional Job Details

• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 15 New Chardon Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$24.00 - $29.79/Hourly Grade 4 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

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