Neuropsychologist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Neuropsychologist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Researching and experimenting to answer questions about the brain's structure and functions.
  • Conducting experiments on brain functionality.
  • Assisting patients to reach their treatment goals.
  • Advising and consulting on the development of pharmaceutical drugs that could affect central nervous system functions.
  • Performing evaluative duties and offering expert opinions in a forensic context at legal proceedings.
  • Participating in conferences and seminars to keep abreast of recent developments in the field.
  • Assessing and evaluating the symptoms of brain injuries or abnormal brain functioning, such as strokes, Alzheimer's disease, or dementia.
  • Devising experimental treatments for specific brain injuries.
  • Carrying out tests of mental faculties and overseeing PET scans, MRIs, and other scans.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Neuropsychologist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Neuropsychologist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.