Psychometrist, Development and 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

Psychometrist, Development and Rehabilitation

Temporary Full-Time (1.0) (until December 2026)

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.

Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada’s Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

The candidate will be working within Development and Rehabilitation to support the FASD and Rehabilitation teams. The psychometrist will assist in cognitive psychological assessments with children, youth and adults who are suspected of having FASD or who are being followed by the Rehabilitation team due to traumatic or acquired brain injuries. Duties will include the administration and scoring of standardized psychological and neuropsychological measures. The psychometrist will also participate in team rounds and may participate in some team activities (e.g., conducting literature reviews, program evaluation working group).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct clinical supervision of a Psychologist and/or Developmental Paediatrician:

• 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.

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)

Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs.

*Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.