Psychometrist

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a skilled Psychometrist to join their dynamic team in a vibrant community. This casual position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, providing essential psychological services to patients. You will be responsible for administering and scoring tests, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with experienced psychologists. This role not only allows you to enhance your professional skills but also offers a pathway to permanent positions. If you're passionate about psychology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Growth Opportunities

Employer-Sponsored Training

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Experience in administering psychological tests for adults and children.
• Ability to collaborate with psychologists in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and score psychological tests, reporting findings to supervisors.
• Maintain patient records and collaborate on testing protocols.

Skills

Psychological Testing

Neuropsychological Assessment

Patient Interaction

Data Analysis

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

Certification in Psychometry

Tools

Psychological Test Manuals

Statistical Software

Job description

We have an exciting casual opportunity for an experienced Psychometrist to join the Interior Health team. This position is based at Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) in beautiful Kelowna, B.C.

This role offers a chance to work within the healthcare system, providing essential services to clients, and to expand your knowledge of psychology services such as consultation and test administration in a hospital setting. It also provides an opportunity to develop new relevant skills for a career as a Psychometrist.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and attractive remuneration package
• Career growth opportunities
• Employer-sponsored training and education
• Work-life balance

What Will You Work On?

Under the clinical supervision of Psychologists/Neuropsychologists, this position involves administering, scoring, and summarizing results of psychological and neuropsychological tests for adult and pediatric inpatients and outpatients.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule and administer tests to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and personality functions; score tests, observe patient behavior, and report findings to Psychologists/Neuropsychologists.
• Maintain patient records and workload statistics.
• Collaborate with Psychologists/Neuropsychologists to revise and expand testing batteries.
• Manage test manuals, norms, and relevant literature for test interpretation.
• Ensure supplies of testing materials are stocked and ordered as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and well-being, providing appropriate supports to optimize performance.
• Participate in hospital meetings as required.
• Demonstrate testing procedures to hospital staff, physicians, nurses, and students as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Scheduling Information

This casual position offers day shifts from 08:00 to 16:00 hours. Casual employment means there are no guaranteed hours, with work varying from 0 to 37.5 hours per week. Many staff members start in casual roles that can lead to permanent or temporary positions.

About the Location/Unit

The KGH Psychology Department includes two Psychologists and currently two Psychometrists. Successful candidates will join a larger network of psychology professionals in the Central Okanagan, with opportunities to connect and collaborate.

The department is dedicated to providing high-quality services to patients, families, and healthcare staff. We are a friendly, welcoming team open to training and supporting new staff.

How Will You Create an Impact?

Joining our team will enable you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying the vibrant community surroundings.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health

We promote a work environment that fosters professional growth, strong clinical skills, and psychological health and safety. We support a balanced lifestyle to help you maintain your desired quality of life.

Come live, work, and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!