Psychometrist

UW Health • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Psychometrist to: 

Assist in the differential diagnosis for patients with known or suspected
neurological disorders affecting cerebral functioning. 
Administer, score and summarize a variety of age-specific test instruments
that include measures of psychometric intelligence, abstraction and concept
formation ability, memory and attention, motor speed, coordination, sensory
discrimination, academic achievement, and personality status.
Observe and record patient behaviors during test administration. Recognize
the special factors affecting each patient and help the patient sustain
maximal effort and cooperation, while assisting the patient in coping with
the psychological and physical challenges of test completion

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Applied Science, Social Science, Social Work, or related field Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR within 6 months Required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Science, Social Work, or related field Preferred
• 2 years of experience in administering psychometric tests Preferred
• Board Certified Specialist in Psychometry (CSP) Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the differential diagnosis for patients with known or suspected neurological disorders affecting cerebral functioning.
• Administer, score and summarize a variety of age-specific test instruments that include measures of psychometric intelligence, abstraction and concept formation ability, memory and attention, motor speed, coordination, sensory discrimination, academic achievement, and personality status.
• Observe and record patient behaviors during test administration.
• Recognize the special factors affecting each patient and help the patient sustain maximal effort and cooperation, while assisting the patient in coping with the psychological and physical challenges of test completion

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Full time benefits for part time work.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree