Psychology Technician

Summary

The Psychology Technician position serves in Psychology Service, in Mental Health & Behavior Science, Miami Veterans Health Care System, Veterans Heath Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, located in Miami, FL.

Duties

** *THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***

Duties include, but may not be limited to the following: Performs administration, scoring and reporting. of cognitive and neuropsychological tests and instruments; uses appropriate age and cultural norms in gathering and reporting, data and observations. Conducts standardized interviews; questionnaires and checklists identified-by supervising doctoral staff psychologist; uses appropriate age arid cultural norms in gathering and reporting data and observations. Manages maintenance of standardized testing environment and procedures, adequate supply of testing materials and instruments, and appropriate cleaning of test materials and instruments: Interacts therapeutically and appropriately with psychiatric and medically ill patients, their families and caregivers. Maintains awareness of psychological state of patient during contact and clinical work. Establishes adequate rapport for patient cooperation and effort to ensure valid-test results. Writes clear and thorough documentation of all clinical services in chart and accurately enter all appropriate workload. Manage referrals, consultations and cases by monitoring scheduling and appointments, wait lists, testing progress, reports, and ·other administrative tasks to maintain efficient and timely services to Veterans. Perform other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI) : Not Approved.
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required.

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