Psychometrist

Sanford Health•Marshfield, WI

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Union Position: No Department Details Summary The Psychometrist administers and scores standardized neuropsychological tests under supervision of licensed neuropsychologist to assist in the evaluation of patient's cognitive function. Provides detailed behavioral observations of patients and provides timely and accurate test results to neuropsychologists. Attends psychometrist and department meetings to discuss clinical issues and to stay current on new developments in psychological testing. Requires the ability to learn and use multiple computerized test scoring programs. Job Description Attendance is critical in order to meet testing schedule and attend to patient needs. Testing schedules are rigorous and require between 2 and 7 hours of one on one patient interaction per day. The Psychometrist tests people of all ages and requires multicultural awareness and sensitivity. Must have knowledge of the techniques and the ability to establish good rapport with patients and engender cooperation during testing session. Patients requiring testing have a wide range of conditions, including traumatic brain injury, dementia, stroke, movement disorders, and epilepsy. There is structured on the job training that consists of observing, studying, and practicing each test to achieve proficiency before tests can be administered independently. Initial training can last 3-6 months and continues with quality assurance which includes thorough review of completed work to maintain consistency and standardization. Continued training occurs with revised tests or new tests. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field required. Experience or training in standardized neuropsychological testing is desirable. Psychometrists have general knowledge of common neuropsychological disorders, associated behaviors a patient might display, and the ability to objectively document those behaviors. Certified Specialist in Psychometry preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within one year of hire. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected]. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field required.
Psychometrists have general knowledge of common neuropsychological disorders, associated behaviors a patient might display, and the ability to objectively document those behaviors.
Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in standardized neuropsychological testing is desirable.
Certified Specialist in Psychometry preferred.

Responsibilities

The Psychometrist administers and scores standardized neuropsychological tests under supervision of licensed neuropsychologist to assist in the evaluation of patient's cognitive function.
Provides detailed behavioral observations of patients and provides timely and accurate test results to neuropsychologists.
Attends psychometrist and department meetings to discuss clinical issues and to stay current on new developments in psychological testing.
Requires the ability to learn and use multiple computerized test scoring programs.
Attendance is critical in order to meet testing schedule and attend to patient needs.
Testing schedules are rigorous and require between 2 and 7 hours of one on one patient interaction per day.
The Psychometrist tests people of all ages and requires multicultural awareness and sensitivity.
Must have knowledge of the techniques and the ability to establish good rapport with patients and engender cooperation during testing session.
Patients requiring testing have a wide range of conditions, including traumatic brain injury, dementia, stroke, movement disorders, and epilepsy.
There is structured on the job training that consists of observing, studying, and practicing each test to achieve proficiency before tests can be administered independently.
Initial training can last 3-6 months and continues with quality assurance which includes thorough review of completed work to maintain consistency and standardization.
Continued training occurs with revised tests or new tests.