Position Summary: The Access-A-Ride Psychologist assumes part and/or full time responsibilities in an assigned facility. This is a professional position with the primary responsibility of evaluating Access-A-Ride applicants for program eligibility. Additional duties of an administrative nature are to be performed and as assigned.
**Candidate must be licensed through New York State Office of Professions as a Psychologist and have 3 years of experience**
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conforms with the AAR MTA guidelines in formulating MTA AAR recommendations
- Assumes responsibility in reviewing related medical records and previous recommendations (if applicable) that may influence the evaluators recommendation
- Assumes responsibility for the screening, evaluation and assessment of MTA AAR applicants that are scheduled.
- Reviews medical information and conducts screenings prior to evaluations to determine patient need for transport services and ability to benefit from the MTA AAR program.
- Coordinates / communicates with the AAR team in resolving concerns related to applicant’s documentation and records that may influence the recommendation.
- Assumes responsibility for continual professional growth and development, by participating in continuing education programs, training programs conducted by the MTA and other appropriate learning experiences.
- Maintains accurate billing information in accordance with facility procedures on daily basis.
- Adheres to documentation requirements of Rehabilitation department and the facility.
- Assumes responsibility in completing documentation within the acceptable time frame.
- Conducts staff training/education as appropriate via formal and informal in-services and consultations.
- Reviews and follows the policies and procedures outlined by the facility including Policy and Procedure Manual.
- Assumes responsibility in keeping Up-To-Date with current ADA (American Disability Act) Guidelines.
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Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $50.00 - $70.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Experience:
- Psychological testing: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Licensed Psychologist Credentials (Required)
- New York State Psychologist License (Required)
Work Location: Remote