Neuropsychology Technician

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Neuropsychologist, administers one-on-one neuropsychological test batteries to individual patients using approved criteria and standards. Discusses and summarizes results with the primary clinician. Serves as a member of the neuropsychology team.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another. In addition, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors: Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Administer one-on-one neuropsychological test batteries to individual patients.
• Score the neuropsychological tests.
• Report raw test scores to supervising neuropsychologist, behavioral observations, and assist in interpreting results.
• Maintain and update neuropsychological measures, documentation, and procedures manuals.
• May recruit subjects or assist in research study efforts.
• Participate in monthly departmental meetings.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Requirements

Basic Knowledge: Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field; Master's degree in a related field preferred.

Experience: Experience in administering psychological and neuropsychological tests. Requires high attention to detail and an ability to provide services for the assessment of cognition and neuropsychological functioning in the context of dementia, movement disorders, cerebrovascular disease, mental health disorders, traumatic brain injury, and epilepsy. Complete understanding of the quality controls that assure records are complete, accurate, and in accordance with all necessary guidelines.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a typical office setting.

Independent Action: Performs independently within the department’s policies and procedures. Refers specific complex problems to the Administrative Director when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures is required.

Pay

$22.04–$36.37 per hour

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
• 8 hours per day

Location: Brown Health Medical Group – 167 Point Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02903