Psychometrist

At Gillette Children’s, we have a full-time, benefit eligible position available for a Psychometrist. This position involves standardized administering and scoring of neuropsychological instruments to support a team of neuropsychologists serving outpatient and inpatient populations. Summarizing test data in a clear, accurate, and comprehensive manner is required.

Qualified candidates will have a BA or BS in Psychology or related field. While prior experience with test administration and scoring for a wide range of pediatric, adolescent, and adult medical patients is preferred, this position also offers training to establish competence in these essential areas. Good judgement, attention to detail, clear written communication, and exceptional interpersonal skills are essential for this position. Our ideal candidate is also interested in psychometry as a career.

Compensation & Benefits Information:

The hourly wage for this opportunity is $22.94 to $34.41, with a median wage of $28.67/hour. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification & licensure, and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement savings match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above.

Major Challenges:

• Maintaining effort and motivation during assessment of varied child, adolescent and adult populations, taking into account the impact of the patient’s neuropsychological limitations on the patient’s overall functioning
• Working effectively and comfortably with multiple providers and within a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications:

Required:

• B.A. or B.S. in Psychology or related field
• Experience with a wide range of pediatric, adolescent and adult medical patients
• Interpersonal skills which include ability to successfully establish rapport with the patients and families and the ability to communicate effectively with other caregivers.
• CPR certification experience, or must obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Organizational skills and capacity to use them flexibly to address specific referral questions.
• Computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, and multiple testing scoring programs)

Preferred:

• Prior psychological or neuropsychological testing experience

Application Instructions:

Along with a resume, please include a letter of intent or cover letter that includes the following information:

• Why are you interested in this psychometry position at Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare within our expanding team of neuropsychologists and psychometrists?
• What strengths and interest do you have around the provision of direct patient care in neuropsychology involving test administration and scoring for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients along with writing behavioral observations for each supervising neuropsychologist?
• How does this psychometry position and the opportunity to primarily work directly with children and teens fit within your prior experience and career aspirations?

Gillette Children’s is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team, as we know that the diverse experiences of our employees make Gillette a stronger and better organization. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment where all patients, families and staff are welcomed and valued. We believe diverse perspectives and identities foster excellence, improve patient care and are essential for Gillette to fulfill its mission. Our team members collaborate to help patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gillette Children’s is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.

To learn more about working at Gillette Children's, please visit https://www.gillettechildrens.org/careers.

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