Occupation
Neuropsychologists
Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning, often in research and medical settings. Study the human brain and the effect of physiological states on human cognition and behavior. May formulate and administer programs of treatment.
$110,840 medianGraduate degree
O*NET 31.0 · 19-3039.02
A typical week, in the words of people in the job
- 01Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.
- 02Write or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews.
- 03Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories.
- 04Diagnose and treat conditions involving injury to the central nervous system, such as cerebrovascular accidents, neoplasms, infectious or inflammatory diseases, degenerative diseases, head traumas, demyelinating diseases, and various forms of dementing illnesses.
- 05Establish neurobehavioral baseline measures for monitoring progressive cerebral disease or recovery.
- 06Provide education or counseling to individuals and families.
- 07Diagnose and treat pediatric populations for conditions such as learning disabilities with developmental or organic bases.
- 08Read current literature, talk with colleagues, and participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in neuropsychology.
- 09Participate in educational programs, in-service training, or workshops to remain current in methods and techniques.
- 10Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.
- 11Educate and supervise practicum students, psychology interns, or hospital staff.
- 12Design or implement rehabilitation plans for patients with cognitive dysfunction.
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What the posting will be called
Board Certified NeuropsychologistNeuropsychologistPediatric NeuropsychologistStaff PsychologistAviation NeuropsychologistChild and Adolescent NeuropsychologistForensic NeuropsychologistNeuropsychology Medical Consultant
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Knowledge the job leans on
PsychologyTherapy and CounselingEnglish LanguageEducation and TrainingCustomer and Personal ServiceMedicine and DentistrySociology and AnthropologyBiology
Skills that carry over from service
Judgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationInstructingPersuasionCoordinationSystems Analysis