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The Pediatric Neuro-psychometrician administers and scores a broad spectrum of psychometric assessments including individually administered and computer-based neuropsychological and psychological assessment measures under the general supervision of a clinical neuropsychologist.

Typical Duties:

-Administers a broad spectrum of tests and assessment protocols under the general supervision of a neuropsychologist.

-Evaluates and responds to patient needs during evaluation; manages patient behavior during assessment sessions and controls the testing environment to ensure validity of results.

-Consults with staff or neuropsychologist when necessary, regarding unusual patient needs and/or special accommodations during evaluation.

-Scores psychological and neuropsychological measures according to normative standards and clinical protocols using test manuals and/or computer scoring programs.

-Records and compiles a summary of patient assessment results. Provides thorough documentation of observations about patient behavior during testing; assists with quality control.

-Attends to routine administrative details and care coordination tasks relating to operation of a pediatric neuropsychological clinic.

-Monitors the supply of materials and coordinates the ordering of tests needed; provides routine care and preventive maintenance of equipment inventory and supplies.

-Assists in teaching trainees’ proper methods of test administration and scoring, how to record observations, and how to respond to patient needs or behavior management issues during testing sessions.

-Performs other duties as assigned.

Administers and scores a battery of neuro-psychological and psychological tests of cognitive and neuro-psychiatric functioning.

Completes applicable evaluation materials with the patient.

Maintains testing supplies and materials.

Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $23.76 - $38.02 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience: No experience required

Licensure: None required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping and reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.