PSYCHOMETRIST (PER DIEM, DAYS)

Harborview Medical Center – COMPREHENSIVE OUTPATIENT REHAB PROGRAM has an outstanding opportunity for a PSYCHOMETRIST.

WORK SCHEDULE
- PER DIEM
- Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Under general direction provided by neuropsychologist, administer and score psychological tests. Assess client's or subject's response to test conditions and adapt testing procedures with consultation with neuropsychologist as necessary.  Administer and score standardized and specialized tests.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation.  We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administers, and scores psychological tests; evaluates behavior of individuals being tested, recommends addition or deletion of tests.
- Troubleshoots difficult testing situations.  Administers tests that are not in the general adult testing battery.
- Administers and assists with the evaluation of experimental tests; conducts literature search to assist in determining suitable testing methods.
- Develops instructional manuals, patient education, etc.
- May assist in instruction of students, interns and other staff in use of tests and testing procedures as assigned by Lead or Manager.
- Coordinates testing schedule.  Communicates with management when volumes low or access limited.
- Performs duties of Psychometrist 1.
- Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A Master's Degree with major study in psychology or a closely related field with emphasis in tests and measurement
OR
- a Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral or social science AND two years of experience in psychological testing
OR
- two years of experience as a Psychometrist I
OR
- equivalent education/experience.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine.  It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County.  It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.