Pediatric Psychometrist — Development & Rehabilitation

HealthCareCAN; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHEO in Ottawa is seeking a Psychometrist to join Development and Rehabilitation on a temporary full-time basis through December 2026. The role supports FASD and rehabilitation teams by administering and scoring standardized cognitive and behavioral measures for children, youth and adults, under supervision.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in psychology, have psychometric experience, and excel at teamwork in a pediatric medical setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited university (Essential).
• Previous psychometric experience (Essential)
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Experience in a pediatric medical setting (Preferred)
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team (Essential)

Responsibilities

• May be involved in the administration and scoring of psychometric and behavioral measures.
• Prepares detailed clinical reports based on assessment results.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team client conferences and interpretive sessions.
• Participates in the Centre’s community through committee membership and representation of psychology / medical services in an interdisciplinary setting.
• Participates in basic and/or applied research programs in conjunction with the program and/or Centre’s needs.
• Due to the changing nature of the job and the job requirements, duties and responsibilities may be added or deleted.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with organizational policies and procedures related to privacy.
• Follows organizational policies and procedures related to safety, including reporting and follow-up for incidents/accidents and near misses, identification and management of risks and emergency procedures.
• Follows routine precautions for infection prevention and control including proper hand hygiene.
• Participates in education and improvement activities related to safety.
• Follows standards of practice for the profession regarding safe application of assessment techniques and development of therapeutic or behavior programs for clients, families and groups.
• Receives training in safe and effective use of equipment, ensures that any equipment used with client is clean and in proper working order, reports any equipment in need of repair or maintenance.

Skills

Psychometrist experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Job description

CHEO in Ottawa is seeking a Psychometrist to join Development and Rehabilitation on a temporary full-time basis through December 2026. The role supports FASD and rehabilitation teams by administering and scoring standardized cognitive and behavioral measures for children, youth and adults, under supervision.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in psychology, have psychometric experience, and excel at teamwork in a pediatric medical setting.