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Job Description

The **Harborview Medical Center – Neuropsychological Testing Lab** has an outstanding opportunity for an **Psychometrist.**

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-Time / 40 hours per week

• Day Shift (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm)

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• The Neuropsychology Testing Lab serves patients across the UW Medicine system, with primary focus on referrals from Harborview Regional Epilepsy Center, UW Neurology and affiliated clinics

• This position entails direct patient care

• Administer and score standardized tests of cognitive function to include tests of attention, memory, language, visuospatial/constructional ability, executive function as well as mood and personality

• These tests assist in the diagnosis of adult patients with neurological disorders

• Testing is administered under the supervision of a clinical neuropsychologist

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administration of standardized tests of cognitive functions in accordance with established policies and procedures

• Accurate scoring of test administered, reporting of test data to include a summary of behavioral observations

• Ensure the integrity of collected clinical data and verifying the quality of the data

• Effective communication with team members and administrative staff

• Attend meetings and patient rounds as indicated

• Maintain test equipment and assisting in the ordering of supplies as needed

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral or social science.

• Prior experience with neuropsychological testing preferred.

• Competent computer skills (Word, Excel, ect.).

• Excellent interpersonal skills including the capacity to evaluate and elicit cooperation from patients with cognitive, behavioral and psychiatric problems.

• Highly motivated, organized and strong attention to detail.

• Excellent observational skills and the ability to record those observations

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.

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.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$58,932.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$81,852.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.