Psychometric Technician

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary This position will require travel to three Neurology practice locations supporting our clinical programs at Brigham and Womens Hospital, Faulkner Hospital and our Neurology practice at South Shore Hospital. The Psychometrist performs a variety of clinical, administrative, and support duties under the direction of licensed Neuropsychologists and the Chief Psychometrist within the Division of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology. This position entails interaction with patients/families/caregivers and the administration and scoring of neuropsychological tests for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of neurobehavioral disorders. The Psychometrist reports to the Chief Psychometrist. Qualifications Under the supervision of licensed staff Neuropsychologists and the Chief Psychometrist, administers and scores standardized tests of cognitive function including measures of attention, memory, language, spatial/constructional ability, executive function, motor function, mood, and personality. Testing occurs as a component of the evaluation of patients with known or suspected neurological/psychiatric illness/disease including but not limited to neurodegenerative conditions, cerebrovascular disease, MS, epilepsy, stroke, brain tumor, learning disability, ADHD, developmental disorders and other syndromes affecting brain and behavior. Administers and scores all tests according to standardized methods and/or methods designed by the staff Neuropsychologists. Produces and submits summary data in an accurate and timely manner. Enters scores and other data in databases as necessary. Establishes rapport with patients and ensures appropriate and comfortable neuropsychological testing conditions to facilitate optimal assessment validity and patient performance. Makes observations of the patients behavior and affect during the evaluation and records these observations in a concise, systematic manner. Maintains regular communication with supervising neuropsychologist throughout the testing session. Sends relevant test scores, behavioral observations, and alerts to any concerns. Coordinates daily testing schedule for patients and family members/caregivers. Schedules follow-up testing appointments when necessary and takes appropriate steps to ensure maximal patient follow-through. Works closely with the Chief Psychometrist and administrative support staff to avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure optimal communication between all involved parties. Maintains test equipment, testing rooms and record forms in working condition and good supply. Performs inventory and orders new supplies/equipment/forms as necessary. Notifies the Senior Psychometrist when equipment is in need of repair/replacement. Designs, updates, and produces new or replacement test forms per Clinical Director of Neuropsychology and Chief Psychometrist. Performs occasional support tasks such as are necessary in the day-to-day operation of the Neuropsychology service [e.g. scanning files] and other tasks as required per the Clinical Director of Neuropsychology, Staff Neuropsychologists and the Chief Psychometrist. Participates in the teaching/training of new psychometrists, practicum students, and other trainees. Attends monthly psychometry meetings and other trainings as required. Maintains databases and assists in data analysis for clinical and research activities. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors Degree in Psychology or other Behavioral Science. Prior experience with neuropsychological testing preferred but not required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with other professional and administrative staff across multiple departments. - Obtain operant 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. - Strong computer skills using MS Word, Excel, and the capacity to learn and master a variety of neuropsychological assessment administration and scoring, and other statistical programs. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 60 Fenwood Road Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $20.84 - $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. 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