at MaineHealth in Scarborough, Maine, United States
Job Description
Summary
Position Summary
Under general supervision and in accordance with established protocols, administers neuropsychological and psychological tests to both MMC inpatients and MMP outpatients. Work requires discretion, initiative and strong communication skills.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Knowledge of behavioral psychology, standard psychological testing procedures, assessment, statistics and human behavior usually acquired through the attainment of a bachelor's degree in psychology or closely related field. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field providing educational support for working with patients with neurocognitive and behavioral disorders.
License/Certifications: Certification by the Board of Certified Psychometrists as a Certified Specialist in Psychometry at hire or within 5 years of hire.
Experience: 2 years of experience administering and scoring neuropsychological tests according to standardized procedures is desired, butnot required.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, supervisors, physicians and other members of the health care team.
A high level of interpersonal skills in order to gain the cooperation of difficult patients when administering tests.
Strong analytical and observation skills in order to assess and interpret patient behaviors during testing.
Additional Information
MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes!
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system at
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.
MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
