Clinical Neuropsychologists
Overview
Assess and diagnose patients with neurobehavioral problems related to acquired or developmental disorders of the nervous system, such as neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, and learning disabilities. Recommend treatment after diagnosis, such as therapy, medication, or surgery. Assist with evaluation before and after neurosurgical procedures, such as deep brain stimulation.
Salary Salary
Salary at 10th Percentile: $44K
Salary at 25th Percentile: $76K
Median Salary: $105K
Salary at 75th Percentile: $119K
Salary at 90th Percentile: $133K
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Monitor clients to evaluate treatment progress.
Administer standardized physical or psychological tests.
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.
Instruct college students in social sciences or humanities disciplines.
Establish standards for medical care.
Evaluate treatment options to guide medical decisions.
Confer with clients to discuss treatment plans or progress.
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.
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
