Senior Psychological Specialist

Emory Healthcare

$80K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in education, psychology, social work, or similar field.
  • Minimum one year of relevant experience.
  • Advanced formal education required for neuropsychological testing.
  • Experience with psychological or behavioral assessment methods.
  • Familiarity with clinical trial protocols and participant evaluation.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and conduct clinical or research activities.
  • Administer neuropsychological tests for cognitive and behavioral assessments.
  • Develop ideas for and advise on new research studies.
  • Recruit and evaluate participants for clinical trials.
  • Collect and analyze data related to studies and prepare reports.
  • Conduct interviews and maintain communication with study participants.
  • Provide consultations on therapy and behavioral management.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to present at conferences.
  • Participation in regular administrative and clinical meetings.
  • Engagement with innovative research initiatives.
  • Professional development and educational opportunities.
  • Access to a collaborative work environment.
Full Job Description
Overview

Shift: 8a-4:30p

Description

  • Coordinates and conducts clinical or research activities related to the psychological evaluation and treatment of patients or research participants.
  • Provides psychological, physiological and/or behavioral assessments of patients.
  • Administers a variety of neuropsychological tests which require advanced formal education to assess areas such as cognitive functioning, academic skills, personality and emotional development, and behavior.
  • Develops ideas to facilitate research studies and proposes ideas for new research studies.
  • Recruits, screens, and conducts clinical evaluations of potential participants.
  • Assists in determining their eligibility to participate in clinical trials.
  • Collects, compiles and analyzes data related to various psychological or behavioral studies. Extracts statistical data and prepares reports.
  • Conducts interviews and schedules regular visits with study participants and their caregivers.
  • Writes psychological reports and interprets results.
  • Provides consultation and advice concerning post-study therapy, interventions, and behavior management.
  • Educates patients concerning research procedures, investigational devices, and drugs.
  • Maintains accurate and complete documentation on the delivery of mental health care services for study participants.
  • Makes referrals to mental health professionals or services.
  • May dispense medication in compliance with research protocols.
  • Maintains required documentation.
  • Attends and participates in regular administrative and clinical staff meetings.
  • Conducts education or informational presentations for targeted audiences.
  • May present study findings at conferences. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A degree in education, psychology, social work or a related field.
  • One year of directly related experience.

Physical Requirements: (Sedentary); 1-10 lbs 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); Negligible 34-66% of the workday (frequently); Negligible 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 10 lbs max; Carrying of small articles such as dockets, ledgers, files, small tools; Occasional standing & walking; Frequent sitting Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing) Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Conditions: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases; Electrical shock Floor Surfaces Hot/Cold Temperatures Indoor/Outdoor conditions Latex Lighting Patient care/handling injuries Radiation Shift work Travel may be required Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

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