Psychometrist

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center•Lincoln, NE

6d•$19 - $29

About The Position

Psychometrist performs psychological test batteries and scores tests. Psychometrist assists Neuro-Psychologist evaluate cognitive, academic and behavioral status. This position also assists with clinic visits and other clinical aspects of the department. Department: Medical Practices Hours: Full-time/40 hours per week Required: Bachelor's Degree; BLS or CPR within 90 days of hire Pay: Based on experience, starting at $18.68 per hour

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Required)
BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Administer psychological tests as defined in competencies for a Psychometrist.
Attend training conferences offered by the department as well as by outside organizations.
Comply with Infection Control and Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrates working knowledge of neurology and electroencephalogy
Explains testing procedures to patient and family.
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Makes appropriate adjustments to settings, etc. to obtain accurate results.
Keeps equipment clean and in proper working order. Makes appropriate adjustments to settings, etc. to obtain accurate results.
Participate in establishing job requirements and goals; perform duties at the desired level of competency.
Prepares patients for requested examinations and performs testing.
Produces accurate and complete reports with emphasis on clinical observations.
Produces accurate and complete reports with emphasis on clinical observations.
Provide a written summary of the patient's behavior during testing, including interactions with the patient's parents or peers that may be observed incidentally.
Responds appropriately to patient emergencies.
Review and ensure timeliness, accuracy, and availability and security of information.
Score tests administered, including objective personality tests administered by Psychometrist.
Understands the effects that medications can have on testing..
Understands the effects that medications can have on testing..
Write progress notes in the medical record to keep hospital personnel informed of the status of referrals.