Clinical Psychologist

Empower Mental Health; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Supplement income

Operational and administrative support

Meaningful work supporting Veterans

No ongoing patient caseload or care

Job summary

Empower Mental Health is seeking a qualified psychologist to perform VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) evaluations for Veterans. This non-treatment role emphasizes structured, objective assessments and thorough reporting in VA formats.

The ideal candidate holds an active psychologist license with a PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited program and at least two years of clinical experience. You will work independently, follow established protocols, and maintain neutrality throughout evaluations.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Psychologist license.
• PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited program.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience.
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow structured evaluation protocols.
• Ability to conduct objective, fact-based evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) psychological evaluations for Veterans.
• Review relevant medical records and examination information.
• Gather relevant history through focused, objective interviews.
• Conduct structured psychological assessments based on the Veteran's examination request.
• Utilize Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and applicable standardized assessment tools.
• Evaluate psychological and mental health conditions as required by the assigned examination.
• Prepare clear, concise, and thorough reports in VA-required formats.
• Provide factual, unbiased assessments without influencing the outcome of a Veteran's claim.
• Complete and submit required documentation within established timeframes.
• Maintain clear boundaries between evaluation and clinical care.
• Adhere to all ethical, legal, professional, and confidentiality standards.

Skills

Report writing

Documentation

Time management

Objective evaluations

Structured evaluation protocols

Independent working

Education

PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited program

Tools

VA DBQs familiarity

Job description

In this role, you will conduct Veteran Compensation & Pension (C&P) psychological evaluations—structured, objective assessments that assist the VA in determining disability benefits.This is a non-treatment, non-therapeutic position focused strictly on evaluation and documentation, offering flexibility, work-life balance, and meaningful impact.Ideal CandidateDetail-oriented and efficientComfortable with structured, fact-based evaluationsAble to maintain objectivity and neutralityStrong time-management and documentation skillsComfortable working independently while following established protocols

Responsibilities

• Conduct VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) psychological evaluations for Veterans
• Review relevant medical records and examination information
• Gather relevant history through focused, objective interviews
• Conduct structured psychological assessments based on the Veteran's examination request
• Utilize Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and applicable standardized assessment tools
• Evaluate psychological and mental health conditions as required by the assigned examination
• Prepare clear, concise, and thorough reports in VA-required formats
• Provide factual, unbiased assessments without influencing the outcome of a Veteran's claim
• Complete and submit required documentation within established timeframes
• Maintain clear boundaries between evaluation and clinical care
• Adhere to all ethical, legal, professional, and confidentiality standards

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Psychologist license
• PhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited program
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills
• Ability to follow structured evaluation protocols
• Ability to conduct objective, fact-based evaluations
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience conducting VA, C&P, disability, forensic, or other structured psychological evaluations
• Familiarity with VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
• Experience working with Veteran or military populations
• Experience reviewing medical records and synthesizing relevant clinical information
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently and independently

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
• Opportunity to supplement your income alongside your current practice or employment
• Operational and administrative support
• Meaningful work supporting Veterans
• No ongoing patient caseload or treatment responsibilities
• Opportunity to grow with a supportive clinical organization