Psychometrician

RICBT, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Psychometrician to join our team in East Providence, RI. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care Team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Explore opportunities at Optum Behavioral Care. We're revolutionizing behavioral health care delivery for individuals, clinicians and the entire health care system. Together, we are bringing high-end medical service, compassionate care and industry leading solutions to our most vulnerable patient populations. Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across care settings. Join our team, it's your chance to improve the lives of millions while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

General Role Description:

As a Psychometrician, you will administer and score neuropsychological tests and maintain precise records of test administration to assist in diagnosing neurobehavioral disorders. Testing occurs as a component of the evaluation of patients with known or suspected neurological and psychiatric disorders, including but not limited to neurodegenerative conditions, cerebrovascular disease and stroke, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, brain tumor, learning and intellectual disabilities, ADHD, neurodevelopmental disorders, and other syndromes affecting brain and behavior.

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer tests to both individuals and groups, ensuring that each session is scheduled appropriately and conducted in a secure environment
• Meticulously score tests using norm tables, verifying that every score accurately matches the testing sheets
• Interpret test results and provide valuable insights into the data collected
• Prepare detailed reports and take the time to debrief patients, explaining their test results clearly and comprehensively
• Summarize case records and offer well-considered recommendations to supervisors, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the team

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a psychometrist or in the practice of psychological testing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or further advanced degree in Psychology or similar field
• Certification in psychometry

Rhode Island Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.