Pediatric Psychometrist

Medical College of Wisconsin•Milwaukee, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pediatric Psychometrist works with children ages 0–18 to administer and score psychological and neuropsychological assessments that support diagnosis and treatment planning. The role is based full-time at Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee, with core clinic hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The position involves one-on-one interactions with children, typically with parents outside the testing room, and collaboration with neuropsychology providers and care team assistants. The role may also include assessment of post-trauma inpatients. The position requires preparing an organized, welcoming assessment environment; supporting patients and families throughout their visit; following testing guidelines; scoring tests accurately; documenting findings and behavioral observations; and maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards. Standardized training and opportunities for professional development and collaboration with faculty are available. Areas of potential specialization include traumatic brain injury and epilepsy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (required).
Strong interpersonal skills.
Empathy and compassion.
Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
Self-motivation and eagerness to contribute to improving pediatric health outcomes.
Ability to take initiative in learning; flexibility, efficiency, and accuracy are valued.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience administering standardized tests, preferably with pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

Administer psychological and neuropsychological tests to patients ages 0–18 to assess cognitive, behavioral, and social functioning.
Prepare for patient visits by ensuring the assessment environment is welcoming and organized.
Guide and support patients and their families from arrival to departure.
Create a supportive testing environment while adhering to strict guidelines.
Score tests precisely and document findings accurately.
Record detailed behavioral observations to support diagnosis and treatment.
Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities.
Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards.
Potentially assess post-trauma inpatients.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental coverage
Flexible Spending options
403B retirement package
Competitive vacation and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Pet insurance
On-campus fitness facility and classes
Discounted rates on select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, and Milwaukee recreation and entertainment