Psychometrist 1

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Psychometrist 1 administers and scores psychological and neuropsychological tests. This is done under a Psychologist's direction and follows established policies and procedures.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Administers routine psychological tests in a controlled environment to patients. Measures clinical factors like academic functioning, organic involvement, personality, psychopathology, and diagnosis. Scores tests using reference tables and keys. Drafts test profiles.

• Schedules the time and place for test administration, ensuring that inpatients referred for testing are seen in a timely manner.

• Explains testing procedures and priorities to subjects. Works with subjects to ensure compliance with protocol and procedures. Ensures appropriate test completion.

• Observes patient during and after testing. Records behavioral observations. Reports to psychologist any information affecting test validity and significance. Maintains interface with physicians, psychologists, and related hospital personnel.

• Documents test results and keeps accurate records. Develops reports summarizing test results. Ensures confidentiality of test results and recommendations. Maintains security of testing materials.

• Participates in research through the systematic collection, preliminary testing and reporting of psychometric research data, using standard protocol.

• Maintains testing supply inventories.

• Provides clinical documentation of patient information.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of psychological and behavioral test scoring protocol, procedure and standards.

• Knowledge of scientific research methods, practices and protocols.

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment and inventory control.

• Requires good verbal and written communication skills.

• Skilled in the administration of a wide range of standardized psychological and neuropsychological tests.

• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software application.

• Requires good data-based, evaluative and critical thinking skills.

• Requires good face-to-face skills to effectively work with a wide range of people and constituencies in a diverse community.

• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's

• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.