Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Psychiatry-Res Adm Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0)
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$21.61 - $30.53 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
The Psychometrician will conduct comprehensive psychological and developmental assessments for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) across the lifespan. The ideal candidate will have experience administering and scoring developmental, cognitive, and language assessments and be comfortable working with individuals across a range of ages and developmental abilities.
Training and experience with the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) is highly preferred. Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are encouraged to apply, although bilingual proficiency is not required.
The Psychometrician will administer, score, and document standardized psychological and neuropsychological assessments to patients of diverse clinical populations, including neurodevelopmental, neurological, medical, behavioral, and mental health conditions, under the supervision of licensed psychologists and will attend to the administrative needs of the service. This role works collaboratively with licensed providers, researchers, and interdisciplinary teams across assigned programs.
Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Required Job
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Experience administering and scoring standardized psychological and/or neuropsychological assessments across diverse patient populations, as directed by test manuals.
- Strong interpersonal as well as verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook.
- Ability to effectively interact with diverse populations, including persons who may have cognitive and/or behavioral problems.
• Experience with REDCap and SPSS would be desirable
1. Conduct brief intakes with patients seeking a neuropsychological evaluation. 2. Enter outpatients into the neuropsychology clinic schedule as well as in EPIC. 3.
Contact insurance companies to obtain benefits as well as initiate any necessary pre-authorizations. 4. If needed, assist in claims adjustment procedures. 5. Administer one-on-one neuropsychological test batteries to patients, score protocols, and report test scores to supervising psychologists. 6.
Administer and score standardized psychological, developmental, and behavioral assessments for diverse patient populations, which may include individuals with a wide range of neurologic, medical, neurodevelopmental (e.g., autism spectrum disorder), and psychiatric conditions. 7. Draft test results and evaluation report for supervising psychologists as needed. 8. Assist in the training of interns, postdoctoral fellows, staff, and/or volunteers. 9.
Perform regular quality assurance checks of trainees and/or research staff regarding test scoring and provide the necessary feedback to both students and supervisors. 10. Maintain supply of test forms, order any necessary forms or tests, and oversee maintenance and functionality of testing equipment. 11. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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