Job Summary

Administers psychological tests and measures under the supervision of a Clinical Neuropsychologist. Scores, profiles, records and organizes test material in support of the Clinical Neuropsychologist. Performs other tasks as required to maintain the neuropsychology forms and supplies, and to improve the delivery of patient care. Work closely with department leadership to facilitate efficient and high quality daily clinical operations. Responsible for developing and initiating improvements within the service line. Completes insurance authorization request forms.

Job Duties

• Assists with daily operations as needed.
• Administers neuropsychological tests selected by the clinical neuropsychologist including measures of intelligence, language, memory, sensorimotor function, strength, and personality.
• Scores tests, totals scores, and converts these raw scores to scaled scores, percentiles, T scores, stanines and rankings.
• Performs basic mathematical computations following provided formulas in order to develop the basic psychometric data required by the clinical neuropsychologist.
• Reports in an objective and scientific manner behavioral observations.
• Maintains necessary equipment and forms required in the neuropsychology laboratory.
• Performs the necessary independent study and reading including a thorough review of the test materials in order to be completely familiar with the methods involved.
• Delivers and retrieves neuropsychological tests at other locations in the Medical Center such as inpatient areas or treatment areas removed from outpatient clinic.
• Trains others within department on test administration as required and optimizes communication between clinical providers and scheduling team.
• Supports the department mission ensuring appropriate fees and billing policies, which will optimize department reimbursement while complying with contractual, state and federal requirements.
• Effectively manages resources.
• Proactively responds to and supports change to meet clinical demands; anticipates problems and effectively adjusts plans.
• Adjusts to changing work needs and demands.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree- (Required)

Skills

Computer Literacy; Preceptor Skills; Interpersonal Communication

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Geisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.