What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychometrist II, Neuropsychology position at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Cent (The?
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under general supervision to provide professional skills in delivery of psychological services.
The Neuropsychology Clinic is looking to hire a full time Psychometrist II to assist with administering a broad spectrum of psychometric assessments to patients. The ideal candidate will have effective communications skills and customer service skills. The candidate must be able to deal effectively with a variety of people, be tactful and must have demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor's Degree in area of applied psychology or related field and
- Experience
2 years of testing or psychology related experience
Education may be considered in lieu of experience.
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 as well as testing on Independent Medical Exams referred by insurance companies or legal cases 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.
- Consents patients for participation in research.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assists in teaching trainees the proper methods of administration and scoring and how to record observations and respond to patients' behavior during testing sessions.
- Assists with research projects.
- Participates in consultations with other psychometrists and in statistical processing of research data and/or constructing or setting up psychological instrumentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.