Neuropsychologists

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Job Outlook:
None
Education: Master's degree
Salary
High: $138,860.00
Average: $99,560.00
Hourly
Average: $47.87

What they do:

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.

On the job, you would:

  • Conduct neuropsychological evaluations such as assessments of intelligence, academic ability, attention, concentration, sensorimotor function, language, learning, and memory.
  • Conduct research on neuropsychological disorders.
  • Consult with other professionals about patients' neurological conditions.

Job Details

Responsibilities
Administer standardized physical or psychological tests.
Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Design psychological or educational treatment procedures or programs.
Direct medical science or healthcare programs.
Diagnose neural or psychological disorders.
Diagnose neural or psychological disorders.
Diagnose neural or psychological disorders.
Instruct college students in social sciences or humanities disciplines.
Establish standards for medical care.
Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
Attend conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
Counsel clients on mental health or personal achievement.
Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge.
Attend conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.

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