Hybrid - Psychologist

Psychologist (Hybrid)

Summary:

The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans filing disability claims for mental health conditions (e.g., PTSD, Depression, Anxiety) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive mental health exams will include a mental health assessment and medical opinions but no treatment. Opportunities to help America’s veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the western United States.

• Standard outpatient assessments/evaluations
• Psychological / Neuropsychological testing service requests
• Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and trainings; enter determinations per Department of Veteran Affairs guideline requirements; perform other duties as required by the reviewer’s manager
• Conduct non‑MD clinical reviews, including requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing

• Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (MDE) including PTSD, Depression, Military Sexual Trauma, anxiety, eating disorder
• Write medical opinions as the subject matter expert for mental health claims
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and VA rules and procedures
• Conduct C&P mental health examinations as one‑time, no‑treatment exams

• Licensed doctoral level (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) psychologist with a current, full‑independent practice license that is unrestricted
• 2+ years of post‑licensure experience
• Computer skills, including Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel
• Secure workspace with ability to install secure high‑speed internet via cable/DSL at home
• Graduated from an APA approved school or doctorate program

• Experience performing C&P exams (preferred but not required; training will be provided)
• Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)
• ASPPB Certificate of Professional Qualification (CPQ)
• Experience working in a managed care setting
• Experience performing peer reviews
• Experience with Commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare lines of business
• Knowledge of CPT and HCPC codes
• Clinical experience in higher levels of care (Intensive Outpatient)
• Clinical experience with children and adolescents
• Clinical experience with substance abuse diagnoses
• Clinical experience with evidence‑based treatment
• Advanced computer skills using Excel and Access databases
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turnaround times
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others on a clinical team
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, changing environment

Pay Rate: $ - $

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