Psychometrician in Neuropsychology

Location

Lebanon, NH | United States

Job description

This is a full-time position based in Lebanon

The Department of Psychiatry at Dartmouth Health seeks a Psychometrist to join our dynamic neuropsychology team. Dartmouth Neuropsychologists deliver world-class clinical care to patients with a wide variety of medical and neurological complexities, helping to improve quality of life and enhance health outcomes. We have a long history of groundbreaking work in the areas of epilepsy, dementia, and traumatic brain injury, thanks to numerous collaborations and multi-disciplinary work across the health system. Active in research as well, the neuropsychology group always has a diverse mix of ongoing investigator-initiated projects. Our team consists of 8 neuropsychologists, 9 postdoctoral fellows, 3 predoctoral interns, and 2 psychometrists. In this role, you would work with our providers serving adult and geriatric populations, collaborating with both faculty and postdocs on the completion of neuropsychological assessments.

We strive to deliver care of the highest quality, while also increasing access to that care for the patients of Northern New England. Our team seeks to add a psychometrist who can balance efficiency with a focused appreciation for human behavior. We work as a unit, from psychometrist to postdoc to faculty, thus relying heavily upon trust and communication to facilitate the best possible outcomes for patients and referring providers. As such, candidates must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Previous experience as a psychometrist is preferred, but a background in psychology or behavioral health is also valuable.

1. Accurately administers neuropsychological test batteries, which require strict adherence to a large number of standardized procedures.
2. Observes and records patient's behavior during one-on-one test administration; monitor patient's progress and notifies supervisor when change in battery may be indicated.
3. Elicits patient's best performance by providing/creating a pleasant and safe environment for the patient; evaluates and responds to patient's needs during evaluation.
4. Accurately scores tests in accordance with standardized procedures; describes qualitative errors,and completes associated forms.
5. Monitors patients' mood, behavior, and any suicidal or homicidal ideation during testing, and notifies supervisor appropriately.
6. Accurately enters data into databases, participates in quality assurance procedures, and maintains quality assurance standards.
7. Manages and organizes test and form inventory, ordering new forms as needed.
8. Participates in skill development and quality assurance meetings and didactics.
9. Assists in training new technicians and others.
10. Assists in coordination of service/lab activities among various clinical endeavors and other faculty led projects.
11. Performs other duties as required or assigned.

• Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of relevant experience in a health or social science, clinical/research setting or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Effective communication skills required.
• Experience in administration of neuropsychological tests or other standardized tests and various software packages highly desirable.
• Experience with medical image analysis methods and use of Linux and SGI workstations helpful.

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