Psychometrist

Position Summary
We have an exciting casual opportunity for experienced Psychometrist to join the Interior Health team. This position is based out of the Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) in beautiful and sunny Kelowna, B.C.

This is a great opportunity to work within the health care system providing needed services to clients, opportunity to learn more about Psychology services (consultation, test administration etc.) in the hospital setting and learning new relevant skills for work as a Psychometrist.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and an attractive remuneration package
• Career Growth
• Employer paid training/education
• Balanced lifestyle

What will you work on?

Under the clinical direction of the Psychologist/Neuropsychologist, this position administers, scores and summarizes results of established tests of psychological and neuropsychological function to adult and paediatric in and out-patients

Some Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Schedules and administers a battery of tests designed to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and personality function to referred patients. Scores tests, notes observations regarding patients’ behaviour, summarizes results and presents these to Psychologist/Neuropsychologist.
2. Maintains patient files and records and keeps workload statistics.
3. In consultation with the Psychologist/Neuropsychologist, plans revisions and expansion of existing battery of psychological tests.
4. Maintains library of test manuals, test norms and books and articles relevant to the interpretation of psychological tests.
5. Maintains adequate supplies of test forms and materials and arranges for ordering of these as required.
6. Ensures safety and well-being of patients being investigated and encourages optimal performance by providing appropriate physical and psychological supports.
7. Attends relevant hospital meetings as required/directed.
8. Demonstrates testing procedures to Hospital and Medical Staff, physicians, nurses and students as required/directed.
9. Performs other related work as assigned.

Scheduling Information:

Shift types for this position are days and shift times are from 08:00 to 16:00 hours. This is a Casual opportunity. Casual means there are no guaranteed hours and work requirements can vary from 0 - 37.5 hours per week. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and lead to permanent or temporary career opportunities.

About this location/unit

The KGH Psychology Department is comprised of two Psychologists and, at present, two Psychometrists. The successful candidate would be part of the larger Psychology network in the Central Okanagan and would have the opportunity to connect with Psychologists and experienced Psychometrists.

This is a busy service with hard-working, dedicated staff. The department strives to provide a high-quality service to patients and families and healthcare staff alike. “We are a friendly and welcoming department who is open to training and orienting new staff.”

How will you create an impact?

Joining our IH team will allow you to challenge yourself professionally while enjoying all the personal pursuits available to you within this fantastic community.

Reasons to Apply at Interior Health... What we can do for you

We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong clinical skills and a work environment that supports and promotes psychological health & safety for all. We offer the opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

Come live, work and play where others only vacation. Make a difference. Love your work. Apply today!

Qualfications
Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with emphasis in psychology or social sciences or equivalent relevant education and training.

• Training in psychological test administration is required.

• Related experience in a hospital or other clinical setting required and must include clinical experience with the client population served by the program.

• Experience in public or community health care an asset. Familiarity with and an appreciation of the physical and psychological aspects of chronic, acute and terminal patient care is desirable.