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Licensed Psychologist/School Psychologist/Psychometrician- Neuropsychological an

GLNeuro, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview Goldberg & LaRosa Neurocognitive Consultants, PLLC provides neurocognitive assessments in New York City and Long Island. The practice specializes in neurocognitive evaluations, including psychoeducational assessments and legal diagnostic evaluations, serving educational institutions, parents of children with learning disabilities, seniors with memory concerns, and individuals with neurocognitive disorders. Dr. Elkhonon Goldberg leads the team, bringing over 40 years of experience in the field.

We are a clinical practice focused on comprehensive neurocognitive assessments with locations in New York City and Long Island, offering services to a diverse client base across the greater New York area.

Job Title Licensed Psychologist/School Psychologist/Psychometrician - Neuropsychological and Psychoeducational assessments (New York, NY) · Contractor

Responsibilities

Conduct neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations, complete client intakes, write full reports with diagnostic criteria

Regulatory context for psychometricians in New York

Licensure and Certification

Licensing for Psychologists: If the psychometrician also holds a clinical role or provides psychological services, they would need to be licensed as a psychologist by the New York State Office of the Professions (NYSOP). Requirements include a doctoral degree in psychology or a closely related field, supervised experience (at least 2 years), and passing the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP).

School Psychologist Certification: If the psychometrician works in schools, administering educational or cognitive assessments for children, certification as a school psychologist through the New York State Education Department (NYSED) may be required, including a master’s or doctoral degree, completion of an approved program for certification, and fieldwork experience (e.g., internship).

Role in Neuropsychological Testing

Supervision by a Licensed Professional: Psychometricians who administer neuropsychological assessments or other clinical tests typically work under a licensed psychologist or neuropsychologist, and interpretation for clinical purposes generally requires licensed professionals.

Test Administration Training: Psychometricians must be trained in the tests they use; test publishers may restrict purchase and administration to licensed professionals or those with equivalent qualifications.

Forensic Work and Legal Regulations

Adherence to forensic guidelines, with interpretation for legal purposes typically requiring a licensed professional.

Confidentiality and privacy obligations under state law and HIPAA in clinical or forensic settings.

Continuing Education and Ethical Guidelines

Ethical standards from APA/NASP and continuing education requirements to stay updated on testing practices when practicing in forensic or related roles.

Use of Psychological Tests

Test purchasing restrictions apply; many standardized tests require licensure or specific credentials for administration.

School-Based Regulations

IDEA compliance in educational testing, ensuring appropriate evaluation procedures and accommodations for students with disabilities.

Conclusion

We seek candidates with licenses in Psychology or School Psychology. While there is no specific license for psychometricians in New York, roles in education or forensic settings often require school psychology certification or other related credentials. Adherence to legal and ethical standards, test administration guidelines, and confidentiality is critical.

Job Post: Forensic Neuropsychological Assessment - Disability Claims Job Title:

Psychometrician (Forensic Neuropsychological Assessment - Disability Claims)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a qualified psychometrician with expertise in forensic neuropsychological assessments. The psychometrician will administer, score, and assist in report writing for assessments evaluating cognitive, emotional, and psychological functioning to aid in determining the validity of disability claims. The role involves collaboration with forensic neuropsychologists, legal teams, and insurance providers to provide objective, scientifically sound data.

Key Responsibilities:

Forensic Test Administration: Administer neuropsychological assessments to measure cognitive abilities, memory, attention, executive functioning, and emotional status in disability claim cases.

Use forensic-specific assessments and follow standardized protocols to maintain result integrity.

Scoring and Data posting: Score assessments and present written reports for a supervising Neuropsychologist to analyze the data and determine cognitive impairment or disability.

Present data to assist a licensed Psychologist/Neuropsychologist in interpreting findings within medical and legal contexts.

Report Writing and Legal Documentation: Prepare detailed forensic reports to assist supervising professionals in determining whether findings support or contradict disability claims; ensure reports meet legal standards for admissibility.

Collaboration with Legal and Medical Professionals: Work with neuropsychologists, attorneys, and insurance adjusters to provide objective, data-driven assessments for disability claims.

Participate in legal proceedings, depositions, or consultations as needed to explain assessment results and provide expert testimony.

Test Validity and Fraud Detection: Administer tests to assess the validity of cognitive or psychological complaints (e.g., malingering tools like TOMM or Rey 15-Item Memory Test).

Identify inconsistencies or exaggerations in reported symptoms and test results; maintain clear documentation.

Stay informed on legal precedents and changes in disability law affecting neuropsychological assessments.

Qualifications

Education: PhD in Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology, or a related field. Active and valid NYS license in Psychology required.

Experience: Extensive experience administering and interpreting neuropsychological assessments, especially in forensic settings or disability evaluations.

Proficiency in forensic assessment tools and general neuropsychological tests (e.g., WAIS, MMPI, TBI-focused assessments, malingering detection tests).

Skills and Competencies: Legal/medical knowledge, attention to detail, strong communication, analytical thinking, and ethical awareness in forensic contexts.

Preferred Experience: Experience in forensic settings (courts, legal teams, or insurance), familiarity with SSA/VA disability standards, malingering assessment experience, and private practice work; potential for court appearances or remote data analysis.

Job Post: Psychometrician (Neuropsychological Assessment - Children with Learning and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities) Job Summary:

We seek an experienced psychometrician to administer neuropsychological assessments for children with learning disabilities. The role involves evaluating cognitive, academic, behavioral, and emotional functioning to help diagnose learning disabilities, attention disorders, and other developmental challenges. The psychometrician will collaborate with neuropsychologists, educational specialists, and families to support individualized learning plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer neuropsychological and educational assessments to children, focusing on cognitive functioning, memory, attention, language processing, and academic skills.

Conduct child-friendly assessments to ensure engagement and comfort.

Scoring and Interpretation: Score tests and interpret results to identify patterns related to learning disabilities (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, dyscalculia); perform statistical analyses for validity and reliability.

Report Writing and Communication: Write detailed reports with diagnoses and recommendations; communicate results to parents, teachers, and professionals.

Collaboration with Educational and Clinical Teams: Work with neuropsychologists, school psychologists, special education teams, and pediatricians to ensure a multidisciplinary approach; participate in meetings to develop IEPs and interventions.

Stay updated on current research in child neuropsychology and assessment methods.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s or PhD in Psychometrics, Neuropsychology, Child Psychology, Educational Psychology, or related field. Active and valid licenses in Psychology, School Psychology, Special Education, and BCBA/LBA may be considered for specific assessments.

Experience: Proven experience administering and interpreting neuropsychological, educational, psychoeducational, behavior, and educational assessments for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and emotional disturbances.

Proficiency with child-focused assessments (e.g., WISC, WIAT, Woodcock-Johnson, ADOS-2) and knowledge of related tools.

Knowledge of statistical and psychometric software for scoring and analysis.

Job Post #3 Apsychometricianfocused on administering neuropsychological assessmentsworks specifically with cognitive, behavioral, and emotional evaluations that measure brain function and impairment. Here’s a tailored job description for this specialized role:

Job Title:

Psychometrician (Neuropsychological Assessment)

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced psychometrician with expertise in neuropsychological assessments. The psychometrician will administer, score, and interpret a variety of neuropsychological tests designed to assess cognitive functions, memory, attention, problem-solving abilities, and other brain-related skills. The role involves working closely with neuropsychologists, healthcare providers, and patients to ensure accurate and reliable data for diagnostic purposes.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer neuropsychological assessments to patients in clinical settings, including tests that assess cognitive abilities, memory, executive functioning, motor skills, and emotional functioning.

Ensure assessments are conducted in a standardized manner to produce valid and reliable results.

Scoring and Data Analysis: Score neuropsychological tests following standardized protocols and analyze results using statistical methods to aid in diagnosis.

Report Writing and Interpretation: Prepare detailed reports and provide interpretations of test scores in collaboration with neuropsychologists and other healthcare providers.

Explain the purpose and process of neuropsychological assessments to patients and families; monitor behavior during testing and document factors influencing results.

Collaboration and Consultation: Work with neuropsychologists, neurologists, psychiatrists, and other medical professionals; participate in case conferences and treatment planning.

Qualifications: Education: PhD in Psychometrics, Neuropsychology, PsyD, or related field; active NYS Psychology license; Experience: administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments; Knowledge of WAIS, WMS, and other tests; Proficiency with scoring software.

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