Psychometrist I T2L

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilites and Essential Functions

• The psychometrist will understand appropriate protocols for establishment of test basals and ceilings for all tests, prior to utilization
• The psychometrist will meet regularly with supervising psychologists to ensure fluid communication regarding patients presenting to the WellStar Psychological Services practice
• The psycholometrist will administer cognitive, ability, and other psychological tests as needed to answer questions that prompted the evaluation
• Other
• The psychometrist will document all clinical encounters for inclusion in the medical record
• The psychometrist will review medical and psychological records
• Gathering of Clinical Information
• The psychometrist will consult with other medical professionals involved in patient care
• The psychometrist will conduct literature reviews to ensure that testing procedures and diagnostics occur according to evidence-based (or if unavailable) empirically supported guidelines
• Administration of Psychological Tests
• The psychometrist will participate in the conducting of clinical research via the WellStar Psychological Services practice via the securing of informed consents, conducting literature reviews, etc.
• Report Writing & Documentation
• The psychometrist attends clinical and other meetings as required
• The psychometrist ensures adequate test supplies are available
• The psychometrist will prepare computer-based tests for patient self-administration
• Scoring of Psychological Tests
• The psychometrist will use computer-based or hand-scoring procedures accurately
• The psychometrist will gather other information critical to the presenting patient and problem from family members, teachers, medical records, etc.
• The psychometrist will participate in the writing of patient background information, behavioral observations, and other sections contained within a psychological evaluation.
• The psychometrist will manage psychological test data
• The psychometrist will ensure familiarity, standardized administration procedures, and population norms for all tests administered as part of pre-surgical and/or other psychological evaluations
• The psychometrist will prepare and conduct biofeedback assessments as needed

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

• Graduate coursework in clinical appraisal/assessment Required
• Bachelor's Degree in psychology, educational psychology, counseling, or a related field Required

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 year in a clinical training environment with a medical population Required
• This can include experience gained as part of a graduate training program in professional counseling, psychology, etc. Required

Required Minimum Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and overall computer literacy are important.
• The successful candidate will possess initiative, attention to detail, mathematical and computation skills, and excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Organizational abilities, the ability to work within the structure, and meet deadlines are essential.

Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)

Additional Licenses and Certifications