Psychometrist Neurology Clinic

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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.

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
1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

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

5. 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.

6. May be responsible for supervision of staff.

7. 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, behavioral health or a related field.

Requires excellent attention to detail and must be able to follow protocols to provide valid testing environment and results. Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Requires ability to establish rapport with clients with varying degrees of impairment and to obtain optimal and valid testing results.

Requires ability to utilize computer database for maintaining test results.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in psychology or behavioral health related field preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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