Psychometrist

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 retirement match

Job summary

Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor seeks a Psychometrist to administer and score neuropsychological and general psychological tests used in diagnosing neurological and psychological disorders. You will explain procedures, assist in supervision, record data, and help generate written reports while supporting research efforts.

The role involves a mix of direct patient interaction, data management, and collaboration with clinical psychologists.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field is required.
• A limited licensure as a Psychologist is required.
• Some experience in neuropsychological testing is required.

Responsibilities

• Explain test procedures to patients and instruct them on relaxation for testing.
• Administer neuropsychological and general psychological tests following protocols.
• Record test results and adhere to data collection protocols.
• Score test results and present data in summary form; prepare materials and equipment.
• Participate in case review conferences and ongoing training.
• May assist in scheduling testing and maintaining patient test files.
• May generate written reports and assist in research data collection.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Test administration

Data recording

Education

Master's degree in Psychology or related field

Limited licensure as a Psychologist

Job description

• May generate written reports.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To administer, record and score standard neuropsychological and general psychological tests used in the diagnosis of neurological and psychological disorders.

Responsibilities

Characteristic Duties And Responsibilities

• Explain test procedures to patients and provide instruction on how to relax for any type of neuropsychological or general psychological test.
• Administer neuropsychological or general psychological tests, observing and assisting patients who demonstrate anxiety and resistance.
• May assist in the supervision and training of other Psychometrists in test administration, interpersonal skills and laboratory procedures.
• Record test results ensuring adherence to testing and data collection protocols, including behavioral observations.
• Score all test results, organize and present data in summary form.Prepare and maintain testing materials and laboratory equipment.
• Participate in case review conferences.
• Participate in in-service instruction in new psychological tests and techniques.
• May assist in scheduling patients for testing, confirming appointments and coordinating caseload among staff.
• May assist in maintaining patient test files.
• May assist in research projects by collecting and coding data.
• May participate in patient conferences and technical meetings.
• May generate written reports.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• A Master?s degree in Psychology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A limited licensure as a Psychologist.
• Some experience in neuropsychological testing.
• This classification requires Primary Source Verification.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

4 10 hour days. Work days to be determined

Work Locations

325 E. Eisenhower Pkwy.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

This position requires infrequent standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

General supervision is received from Clinical Psychologists or other designated officials.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.