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Job Summary
McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond. Since 1811, McLean Hospital has been a world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness and the training of generations of mental health care providers. McLean's multidisciplinary programs treat a broad range of psychiatric illnesses across the full continuum of care.Summary
Working under the supervision of the Neuropsychologist, the Psychometric Technician will assist in administering a wide range of standardized neuropsychological tests to patients with a diverse range of acquired or developmental neurocognitive disorders. This position assists in the cognitive evaluation of patients by administering, scoring and reporting the results of standardized tests of mental ability, as well as recording behavioral observations of patients during testing. Will train and mentor new technicians.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions-Administer standardized neuropsychological tests that assess cognitive and behavioral functioning (including intelligence, attention/executive functions, memory, language, visuospatial/quantitative abilities, mood, and personality) to patients. <br>
-Observe patients during and after testing, record behavioral observations and report to psychologist any information that may affect the validity of test results.
-Train new Technicians as needed
-Research activities to include pre-screening and recruitment of research subjects, coordinate study visits, data collection/entry, assisting in grant submission preparation, preparing research for presentation at conference and for publication in medical and scientific journals, perform literature reviews, prepare progress reports, and keeping current with IRB and regulatory requirements of research projects.
-Accurately score all tests per standardized methods. Maintain an up-to-date and thorough knowledge of the scoring procedures for a wide variety of neuropsychological measures.
-Create summary score sheets for each patient, detailing their performance by cognitive domain compared to the normative sample for each test.
-Help establish and maintain an appropriate testing environment.
-Enter scores and other data into a database as necessary.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
prior experience with neuropsychological testing 2-3 years required knowledge of SPSS 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with other professional and administrative staff across multiple departments.
- Strong and proven leadership skills.
- Obtain operant familiarity with practice procedures and policies regarding psychological assessment.
- Good verbal, written and computer skills.
- Excellent observational skills and the ability to record and convey those observations systematically and reliably through writing.
- Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
- Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
115 Mill Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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