Psychometrist Assistant - UPMC West Shore

UPMC • Mechanicsburg, PA • 12h ago

Purpose of the Psychometrist Assistant:

Under the supervision of a licensed neuropsychologist, administers standardized and non-standardized tests of cognitive and psychological functioning.

Responsibilities:

Administer standardized tests of cognition as part of research protocols with neurocognitive outcomes

Score all tests administered, adhering to standardization methods or those provided by the neuropsychologist in a timely fashion

Creating a comfortable environment for children and adolescents in which to complete the testing

The technician will perform all duties under direct supervision of a licensed neuropsychologist.

Administer and score self-report and interview-based inventories and questionnaires completed by the patient and/or family members

Perform occasional administrative support tasks such as are necessary in the day-to-day operation of the Neuropsychology Service

Administer standardized and nonstandardized tests of intelligence and mental abilities in the course of a work-up for children with complex medical conditions including Epilepsy, Brain Tumors, Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spina Bifida, and other medical disorders affecting the neuro axis. Testing is done in conjunction with the assessment of child/adolescent by the faculty neuropsychologist who may conduct some of the testing

Complete observations of the patient's behavior and mood during the evaluation and documenting these observations

Maintain testing equipment and recording forms in working condition and good supply.

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or other Behavioral Science and prior neuropsychological testing experience preferred.

Must have excellent interpersonal skills including capacity to work with and elicit cooperation from children with significant cognitive, behavioral, and psychiatric problems.

Must have good professional interaction skills, good observational skills and ability to record those observations. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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