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Psychometrist For Neuropsychology Medico-legal Practice Permanent

4644984 Healthcare Industry 17 Feb 2020
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Position for Psychometrist For Neuropsychology Medico-legal Practice
Job Description
Medical Solutions Through Biofeedback Technology

PSYCHOMETRIST FOR NEUROPSYCHOLOGY MEDICO-LEGAL PRACTICE

A vacancy exists at Biofeedback Laboratories (Pty) Ltd and we seek to employ a suitably qualified candidate for the new position of Psychometrist effective 01 March 2020.

The Psychometrist at Biofeedback Laboratories renders professional psychometric assessment administration services in line with Health Professions Council of South Africa. This position reports to the Clinical Services Manager and the Deputy Clinical Director.

Major areas of responsibility include:

Administer psychometric tests (computerized and paper & pencil), to clients of Biofeedback Laboratories in line with HPCSA guidelines and company standards and norms, under the supervision of the Clinical Psychologist.

Prepare patients, chose appropriate tests, and administer selected tests

Scoring and interpretation of tests as per set standards and norms

Prepare quality integrated results reports

Conduct patient interviews according to set and standardised format for medico-legal assessments:

Enter all data obtained onto Biofeedback Laboratories current software system.

Data entry using Microsoft Office software or any other software and hardware in use by the company

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

Minimum qualifications

Hons. Degree in Psychology (BPsych equivalent)

Practical Psychometry Course

Registration with the HPCSA as a Psychometrist

Added Advantage

Experience in clinical records assessment

Ability to speak several South African languages

Advanced experience in interpretation of psychometric tests

Minimum experience

2+ years of service as a Psychometrist in a medico-legal practice

Competencies

Level

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes

Broad knowledge and experience in neuropsychological assessments

Excellent

Able to work with minimal supervision

English language proficiency

Excellent

Adaptable, conscientious, ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of Computers and IT

Excellent

Planning and prioritising, deadline driven, work according to structure, organized and ordered.

Must be able to work with people.

Excellent

Analytical, systems thinking, results focused

Conduct him/herself as per professional and practise ethics

Excellent

High integrity, ability to handle matters of a confidential nature

Ability to work with disruptions and be flexible.

Excellent

Keen observational skills, intuitive, and attention to detail

Applications close on the 20th February 2020.

Please send your application letter and CV to ***email***.
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