Neuropsychology Technician

Posted:
8/13/2024, 6:19:39 AM

Location(s):
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States ⋅ Nevada, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

                    

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

                        

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Job Title

Neuropsychology Technician

                        

Location

Las Vegas

                    

Facility

CC Lou Ruvo Ctr For Brain Hlth

                     

Department

CC Nevada Research State-Neurological Institute

                      

Job Code

D997LR

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Luo Ruvo Center for Brain Health as a Neuropsychology Technician and experience being part of a top hospital system while building an exceptional career. Become a part of our Cleveland Clinic’s supportive environment where everyone excels and is valued for what they bring to the team. 



At our Luo Ruvo Center for Brain Health, you will be at the forefront of research in aging and neurodegenerative diseases. As a Neuropsychology Technician, you will work with and provide the highest quality of care to clinic patients, longitudinal research participants, and clinical trials participants. You will work alongside our faculty to produce novel research with the goal of presenting and publishing the findings 



Our ideal candidate is someone who: 

  • Passionate about neuropsychology. 

  • Is a Self-Starter. 

  • Is Eager to learn and grow in their career. 

  • Works well in a team with a collaborative environment. 



Our department supports the growth and development of our caregivers, focusing on each person’s individual goals and successes. We encourage pursuing leadership positions, not only with us, but Cleveland Clinic wide. 



At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare. 

Responsibilities:

  • Accurately record responses, times and scores tests/observations concerning the patient's performance during the testing session.
  • Maintains record keeping and data retrieval systems associated with test batteries.
  • Screens neuropsychology patients utilizing a variety of standardized tests to assess memory, concentration, language and other cognitive domains.
  • Provides behavioral therapy. Assists neuropsychologist with collecting medical history during the clinical interview.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field.

Certifications:

  • None required.

Work Experience:

  • Demonstrated experience with cognitive assessment in a related position and/or supervised experience preferred, but not required.
  • Course work in psychological tests and measurement preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires full range of body motion, including handling and lifting patient, manual and finger dexterity and eye hand coordination.
  • Requires frequent standing and walking.
  • Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
  • Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • May require moving patients in wheelchairs over short distances.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

                       

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.

Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility. 

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