Psychometrist

GENERAL NOTES
Dell Medical School is seeking a Psychometrist.

This is a state funded position with an end date of August 31, 2027, renewable based on availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward goals.

PURPOSE

The Psychometrist administers and scores a variety of psychological and neuropsychological tests under the supervision of a licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist. This role involves collecting patient information, observing and recording patient behavior, and ensuring the accuracy and validity of test results. The Psychometrist works closely with clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, and other healthcare professionals. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Test Administration

• Administers standardized psychological and neuropsychological tests.
• Ensures proper test conditions and patient compliance.
• Manages patient behavior during testing sessions.

Scoring and Interpretation

• Scores tests accurately and provides comparison norms.
• Summarizes test results for review by supervising psychologists.

Patient Interaction

• Collects patient demographic and medical information.
• Observes and records patient behavior during testing.

Administrative Duties

• Schedules patient appointments and manages billing and coding.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Orders and maintains testing supplies

Other duties as identified by department

MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS:

Research Support

• Assists in data collection and analysis for research projects.
• Participates in the development of new testing protocols.

Quality Improvement

• Contributes to quality improvement initiatives.
• Assists in the evaluation of testing procedures and outcomes.

Training and Development

• Provides training to new psychometrists and interns.
• Participates in continuing education and professional development

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Attention to Detail 

• Skilled: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in test administration and scoring.
• Effective Behaviors: Double-checks test scores, follows standardized procedures, and maintains detailed records.

Communication 

• Skilled: Communicates effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
• Effective Behaviors: Provides clear instructions, listens actively, and conveys empathy.

Analytical Skills 

Interpersonal Skills 

• Skilled: Builds strong relationships with patients and colleagues.
• Effective Behaviors: Collaborates with team members, supports patients emotionally, and maintains professionalism.

Technical Proficiency 

• Skilled: Proficient in using testing equipment and software.
• Effective Behaviors: Operates testing tools efficiently, accurately, troubleshoots technical issues, and stays updated on new technologies

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or a related field with at least 1 year(s) of experience in administering psychological tests.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. 

According to Executive Order No. GA-48 of the State of Texas: for all positions that research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), Business and Commerce Code, it is required that both candidates for employment and employees have the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's Degree in Psychology, Psychometrics, or a related field with at least 2 year(s) of experience in a clinical setting

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• None

PREFERRED:

• Certified Specialist in Psychometry (CSP).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced certification in neuropsychological testing

SALARY RANGE
$52,809+ depending on qualifications 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded.  Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.