The University of Kansas Health System · 2 weeks ago
Neuro Psychometrician Tech
Fairway, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Neuro Psychometrician Tech to prepare, administer, and score psychological instruments for various age groups. This role involves working closely with patients, insurance companies, and supervising neuropsychologists to ensure accurate test administration and scoring while maintaining ethical standards.
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Responsibilities
In consultation with supervising neuropsychologist, prepares neuropsychological/psychological test forms appropriate for patient age, educational and cultural background
Uses basic clinical skills to establish rapport with patients and provides encouragement within the bounds of test administration procedures. Communicates to patients the importance of putting forth their best effort and manages patient anxiety/frustration when necessary
Administers selected neuropsychological/psychological tests according to standardized instructions in published test manuals and modifies administration procedure in accordance with patient's physical and/or mental limitations in consultation with supervising neuropsychologist, making note of such variations in administration procedures
Scores neuropsychological/psychological tests accurately in accordance with published test manuals and derives norm-referenced scores using computerized and/or hand-scoring as appropriate. Communicates norm-referenced scores in a timely manner to the supervising neuropsychologist to facilitate feedback and report preparation
Records in writing and relays to supervising neuropsychologist observations of patient's behavior during testing, especially behaviors that might impact validity of test administration, scoring, and interpretation
Documents completed procedures and submits billing for technical charges in the electronic medical record
Undergoes supervision concerning test administration and scoring for each patient tested, with length and form of supervision consistent with rules determined by the State of Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board. Participates in ongoing training to maintain and update knowledge of test administration and scoring procedures
Participates in training of new psychometrists as assigned and in training of trainees under the supervision of the training director
Acts in accordance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles
Distributes reports to referral sources and scans protocols for following completion of evaluations
Prepares test batteries
When assigned, takes inventory and relays the needed test supplies to the division chief for timely ordering of materials
Takes inventory of other supplies and informs supervisor of need to order PPE and office supplies
Cleans/organizes testing areas between patients
In addition to staffing main outpatient neuropsychology clinic (Fairway North), travels to and performs test administration at other sites (e.g., Fairway South Memory Disorders Clinic, Internal Medicine Primary Care Clinic, Epilepsy Clinic, Inpatient Epilepsy Monitoring Unit) when assigned
If necessary due to scheduling staff limitations, telephones patients to schedule/confirm appointments and prepares and sends out letters confirming appointments
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required
Qualification
Required
High School Graduate
Bachelors Degree in Psychology OR
Bachelors Degree in Biology or Equivalent
Familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer software
Preferred
Master's Degree in Psychology Clinical
1 or more years experience in health-related career with direct patient contact
1 or more years experience in neuropsychological test administration preferred
Company
The University of Kansas Health System
The University of Kansas Health System is an academic medical center for complex care and diagnosis.
10001+ employees
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2023-07-25Grant
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