PSYCHOMETRIST

OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Brigham & Women's Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position will require travel to three Neurology practice locations supporting our clinical programs at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Faulkner Hospital and our Neurology practice at South Shore Hospital.

The Psychometrist performs a variety of clinical, administrative, and support duties under the direction of licensed Neuropsychologists and the Lead Psychometrist within the Division of Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology. This position entails interaction with patients/families/caregivers and the administration and scoring of neuropsychological tests for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of neurobehavioral disorders. The Psychometrist reports to the Lead Psychometrist.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of licensed staff Neuropsychologists and the Lead Psychometrist, administers and scores standardized tests of cognitive function including measures of attention, memory, language, spatial/constructional ability, executive function, motor function, mood, and personality. Testing occurs as a component of the evaluation of patients with known or suspected neurological/psychiatric illness/disease including but not limited to neurodegenerative conditions, cerebrovascular disease, MS, epilepsy, stroke, brain tumor, learning disability, ADHD, developmental disorders and other syndromes affecting brain and behavior.

Administers and scores all tests according to standardized methods and/or methods designed by the staff Neuropsychologists. Produces and submits summary data in an accurate and timely manner. Enters scores and other data in databases as necessary.

Establishes rapport with patients and ensures appropriate and comfortable neuropsychological testing conditions to facilitate . optimal assessment validity and patient performance.

Makes observations of the patient's behavior and affect during the evaluation and records these observations in a concise, systematic manner.

Maintains regular communication with supervising neuropsychologist throughout the testing session. Sends relevant test scores, behavioral observations, and alerts to any concerns.

Coordinates daily testing schedule for patients and family members/caregivers. Schedules follow-up testing appointments when necessary and takes appropriate steps to ensure maximal patient follow-through. Works closely with the Lead Psychometrist and administrative support staff to avoid scheduling conflicts and ensure optimal communication between all involved parties.

Maintains test equipment, testing rooms and record forms in working condition and good supply. Performs inventory and orders new supplies/equipment/forms as necessary. Notifies the Lead Psychometrist when equipment is in need of repair/replacement. Designs, updates, and produces new or replacement test forms per Clinical Director of Neuropsychology and Lead Psychometrist.

Performs occasional support tasks such as are necessary in the day-to-day operation of the Neuropsychology service [e.g. scanning files] and other tasks as required per the Clinical Director of Neuropsychology, Staff Neuropsychologists and the Lead Psychometrist.

Participates in the teaching/training of new psychometrists, practicum students, and other trainees. Attends monthly psychometry meetings and other trainings as required.

Maintains databases and assists in data analysis for clinical and research activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or other Behavioral Science.

Prior experience with neuropsychological testing preferred but not required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Possesses well developed interpersonal skills, clinical judgment, and the ability to empathize with and encourage maximal effort from a diverse patient population.

Ability to work in a team environment and effectively communicate with professional and administrative staff within the group and the larger medical center.

Possesses excellent observational skills and the ability to record and convey those observations systematically and reliably through writing.

Demonstrable skills in time management, organization, attentional to detail, and an ability to work independently.

Strong computer skills using MS Word, Excel, and the capacity to learn and master a variety of neuropsychological assessment administration and scoring, and other statistical programs.

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