Neuropsychology Assessment Coordinator - Neurology

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a neuropsychologist to administer, score, and interpret neuropsychological test batteries and to record behavioral observations for surgical candidacy decisions. The role supports multidisciplinary assessment and may involve gathering medical histories from patients and caregivers.

The position may include scheduling, chart preparation, and telemedicine intake, with duties that adapt to cognitively-impaired patients and potential training responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field is required.
• Neuropsychological diagnostic assessment training or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer, score, and compile results of clinical neuropsychological test batteries and record behavioral observations independently or under minimal supervision to determine surgical intervention candidacy.
• Participate in pre-surgical procedures as part of a multi-disciplinary assessment team.
• Assist in extracting relevant medical information from patient charts or obtain medical history from patients and their caregivers.
• Maintain research and/or clinical databases and historical assessment records.
• May assist with clinical duties including scheduling, patient correspondence, chart preparation, and telemedicine intake.
• Respond to and evaluate the unique needs of cognitively-impaired patients.
• May provide training or mentorship to others.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Shifts: Full-time

Schedules: Monday-Friday 8a-5p

Entity: UA Health Services Foundation

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include:

• robust educational assistance programs
• generous paid time off
• employee assistance and wellness programs
• paid parental leave
• qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• plus more.

Job Description

To administer, score, and compile results of clinical neuropsychological test batteries and record behavioral observations independently or under minimal supervision to determine surgical intervention candidacy for medical diagnoses. To participate in pre-surgical procedures as part of a multi-disciplinary assessment team. To assist in extracting relevant medical information from patient charts or obtain medical history from patients and their caregivers. To maintain research and/or clinical databases and historical assessment records. May assist with clinical duties including scheduling, patient correspondence, chart preparation, and telemedicine intake. To respond to and evaluate the unique needs of cognitively-impaired patients. To act in a caring and courteous manner towards all patients and caregivers. May provide training or mentorship to others.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Neuropsychological diagnostic assessment training or experience preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.