Clinical Psychologist Doctorate

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Amergis Locum Tenens in Texas seeks a compassionate Psychologist (PhD or PsyD) to perform mental health assessments for veterans applying for disability benefits, on-site.

The role focuses on mental health evaluation to inform future medical needs; contract is part-time with a 2-day-per-week schedule.

Benefits include competitive contract compensation and professional liability insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) License in Texas
• Must have a doctorate in Psychology
• Must be willing to work 2 days per week

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments for veterans applying for disability benefits.
• Perform on-site, face-to-face evaluations for VBA disability determinations.
• Provide evaluations focused on future medical needs and clinical impact.

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Texas Psychology License

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Psychologist (PHD,PSYD) to join our team in supporting disabled veterans through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) and their mental health disability evaluation process. This role is a unique opportunity to serve those who have served our country by conducting mental health assessments that help determine eligibility for disability benefits. This is for in clinic face to face evaluations Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm.

Job Description

Mental health issues addressed during the exams may include depression, military sexual trauma, PTSD, sleeping disorders, eating disorders and anxiety.

Role Description

This is a contract role for a Locums Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) with Amergis Locum Tenens. The Locums provider will work on-site and provide mental assessment for veterans. Focus is on mental health assessment as it relates to the future medical needs. Amergis offers excellent contract compensation, and professional liability insurance.

Job Requirement

Must have Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) License in Texas

Must have a doctorates degree in Psychology

Must be willing to work 2 days per week

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage veterans and military spouses to apply.

Job Category: Physician

Job Function: Physician | Clinical Psychologist Doctorate | Clinical Psychologist Doctorate

Job Type: Contract - Part Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0727

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $62 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-10-20T18:45:10