What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychometrist position at UW Health?
Work Schedule
100% FTE, day shift. 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.
Pay
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We Are Seeking a Psychometrist To
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
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.
Job Description
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
100% FTE, day shift. 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.
Pay
- Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!
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.
- 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
- 2 years of experience in administering psychometric tests Preferred
- Basic Life Support/CPR within 6 months Required
- Board Certified Specialist in Psychometry (CSP) Preferred
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in 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. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
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.
Job Description
UW Hospital and Clinics benefits
