Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You'll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none - one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.
Job Description Summary
The Psychometrist under direct supervision of a Neuropsychologist, administers and scores a number of psychological/neuropsychological tests. escorts patients to and from testing area, completes files of test data for transfer to neuropsychologist, and maintains supply of test materials.
The Psychometrist consistently demonstrates support of the SRALab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Psychometrist demonstrates SRALab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and SRALab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.
Job Description
The Psychometrist will:
Administers a variety of psychological and neuropsychological tests as directed by supervising neuropsychologist. Uses judgment during testing sessions to modify types of measures and administration to assure valid and reliable results.
Develops rapport for valid test administration. Explains and assists patients in methods and techniques necessary for completion of tests. Assures patient safety in all aspects of service delivery.
Performs computerized and/or manual scoring of all tests given, including use of judgment according to scoring guidelines for qualitative, subjective test responses. Provides detailed description of patient's behavior during testing
Creates files for test data, including data summary sheets and delivers to supervising/ordering neuropsychologist in a timely manner
Maintains inventory of test materials and requests new forms and supplies as needed; assists in anticipating needs according to use for budget planning
Completes time limited projects as requested by neuropsychologists, such as testing research, developing disability accommodations for test equipment, procedures.
Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of SRALab.
Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to Director of Psychology
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
Minimum of bachelor's degree in psychology or related field.
Minimum of three to six months' of on the job training and experience to become familiar with tests, equipment and proper methods of administration and scoring. Advanced training and certification or prior relevant work experience desirable.
Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication with patients, families, psychologists and organizational administrators.
Analytic skills to exercise good judgment and problem-solving in delivery of clinical service.
Knowledge and application of general professional skills for attention to detail, accountability and follow through, flexibility and adaptability to changing work requirements.
Working Conditions
Normal patient environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities. Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Pay and Benefits*:
Pay Range:
$17.00 - $29.62
Sralab · Chicago, IL