Psychometrist Neurology Clinic Job Phoenix area,Arizona USA,Healthcare

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

Neuro Admin-Clinic

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

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Excellence in neurological and neurocritical care. At Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, we provide world-class care for conditions affecting the brain, spine and nervous system. Our expert team includes neurologists, neurosurgeons, nurse practitioners, neuropsychologists, nurses and social workers, all working together to offer compassionate, around-the-clock care. People from across Arizona trust us for advanced diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation - all in one location.

This position is full time Monday
- Friday from 7:30am-5:30pm, conducting testing in coordination with neuropsychologist at 755

E. McDowell, 3rd Floor, Phoenix. We offer great atmosphere, clinic is great, the doctors are amazing, and we all get along. Bachelors required, Master's preferred, prior experience in neuropsychological testing or clinical patient care. Ideal candidates demonstrate attention to detail, the ability to follow standardized testing protocols, and a collaborative approach to supporting providers and patients in a fast-paced neurology setting.

University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals.

Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics and has operations in multiple locations spanning across the Phoenix metropolitan city.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position administers and scores various cognitive and neuropsychological tests under the supervision of a neuropsychologist. This position attends training for specific clinical trial and/or research protocols and administers neuropsychological testing in accordance with protocols to ensure validity of testing.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Administers cognitive and neuropsychological tests utilizing a set test battery. Establishes rapport and maintains flexibility when interacting with patients/participants who are at varying levels of impairment. Uses judgment in determining patient's/participant's ability to complete testing. Provides appropriate direction and instruction to patients/participants in the administration of testing without compromising testing validity.

Scores evaluations and provides normative/standardized scoring for each measure. Provides observational summary which may include reference to patient/participant behavioral information, effort level, degree of redirection required. For certain evaluations, enters test data into computer database ensuring accuracy and entry in a timely manner.

Attends training provided by research sponsors to understand study protocols, administration and scoring procedures. Administers testing with a high level of attention to detail and with strict adherence to study protocols and procedures in order to provide valid test results.

Organizes and inventories protocols, forms, and test stimuli. Ensure that adequate supplies are available.

May assist in training intern students in the proper administration and scoring of instruments, along with the varied nuances of testing including behavioral observations, effort and validity of assessment, and rapport-building with patient/participant.

May be responsible for supervision of staff.

This position interacts with department staff, physicians, patients, clinical trial/research participants, clinical trial/research sponsors. Position requires clinical judgment in assessing patient/participant's ability to provide testing responses to ensure valid testing environment/results. Must provide strict adherence to established protocols and structured evaluations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in psychology,…