Psychometrist

UW Health

Posted 26 days ago

Full Time

Madison, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

The Psychometrist will assist in the differential diagnosis for patients with suspected neurological disorders by administering, scoring, and summarizing various age-specific tests covering intelligence, memory, attention, and personality status. This role also requires observing and recording patient behaviors during testing to help patients sustain maximal effort despite psychological and physical challenges.

We are seeking a Psychometrist to assist in the differential diagnosis for patients with known or suspected neurological disorders. You will administer and score a variety of age-specific test instruments. An Associate's degree is required, but a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Science, Social Work, or related field is preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Psychometric Intelligence Testing

Abstraction Testing

Concept Formation Testing

Memory Testing

Attention Testing

Motor Speed Testing

Coordination Testing

Sensory Discrimination Testing

Academic Achievement Testing

Personality Status Testing

Patient Behavior Observation

Test Administration

Test Scoring

Test Summarization

Neurological Disorder Assessment

Job Description

Work Schedule
100% FTE, day shift, 40 hours per week.  Scheduled shifts are Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, no weekends or holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. This position may be eligible for a $3,000.00 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE). You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Pay:

  • This position may be eligible for a $ 3,000.00 sign-on bonus (pro-rated based on FTE).
     

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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

At UW Health, you will have:

  • 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.
Qualifications
  • Associate's Degree in Applied Science, Social Science, Social Work, or related field Required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Science, Social Work, or related field Preferred
 Work Experience
  • 2 years of experience in administering psychometric tests Preferred
 Licenses & Certifications
  • Basic Life Support/CPR within 6 months Required
  • Board Certified Specialist in Psychometry (CSP) Preferred
 Our Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Eastpark Medical Center - UW Health’s state-of-the-art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties, including women’s complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

 

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UW Health

University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics is a 471-bed facility that ranks among the finest academic medical centers in the United States. Frequently cited in publications listing the nation's best health care providers, UW Hospital and Clinics is recognized as a national leader in fields such as cancer treatment, pediatrics, ophthalmology, surgical specialties and organ transplantation.

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