Clinical Psychologist - Traveling Position

MRG Exams; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MRG Exams is seeking a Licensed Psychologist (PsyD/PhD) to perform disability assessments for U.S. Veterans as part of the VA benefits process. You will review records electronically, conduct in-person assessments, and complete DBQs through a secure portal.

This in-person role requires an active psychology license and may involve traveling nationwide. You will work as an independent contractor, reviewing about four veterans per day, with a commitment of at least two weeks of travel per month.

Qualifications

• Licensed psychologist with a PsyD or PhD.
• Active & unrestricted psychology license.
• Candidates with multiple state licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform disability assessments for US Veterans as part of the VA disability benefits process.
• Review behavioral health records electronically and conduct comprehensive in-person assessments.
• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) via the Web Portal.
• Independent Contractor role with occasional travel two weeks per month.

Skills

Driver's license

Multiple state licenses

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D

APA-accredited program

Job description

Clinical Psychologist - Traveling Position

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MRG Exams

Providing Disability Assessments Nationwide To Serve Our Veterans

Help Military Families – Achieve Work-Life Balance – Make a Difference

Founded in 1998, MRG is a provider of Independent Medical Exams for Worker's Compensation, Disability, and the Veterans Administration. Find out more at MRGExams.com.

ANY USA State provider License for this position - License Portability rules apply

You will be traveling Nationwide

• Training and continued support provided
• NO REQUIREMENT to apply for multi-State Licenses

Job Overview

• Are you a Licensed Psychologist with a PsyD, or Ph.D. looking to take on an assessment role?
• Are you interested in performing Independent Medical Assessments vs. traditional patient care?
• Would you find it rewarding to serve the Veteran community?
• Would you enjoy being able to review medical records and complete assessment questionnaires to help Veterans?

Description

We are looking for a Licensed Psychologist to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA’s disability benefits process.

In performing Disability Assessments, you will review behavioral health records electronically through a secure Web Portal and perform a comprehensive assessment in person on each Veteran.

You will also complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) through the Web Portal.

The Licensed Psychologist DOES NOT make disability determinations. The U.S. Veterans Administration makes all disability determinations, in part using the findings recorded in the DBQs.

This role ONLY performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will NOT treat, and you will NOT prescribe medication in this position.

Licensed Psychologist will review and assess 4 Veterans per day on average.

Licensed Psychologist will be brought on as an Independent Contractor

We would need you to commit to at least two weeks of travel each month.

Travel to assigned location Sunday evening, return to home city Saturday morning.

This is an IN-PERSON position.

Requirements

MRG Exams is looking for a Licensed Psychologist who:

• Has a Ph.D. or Psy.D and has graduated from an APA-accredited program/school.
• Holds an active & unrestricted Psychology license.
• Candidates with multiple State licenses preferred
• Must possess a valid, current driver’s license.
• Must maintain automobile liability insurance that meets MRG Exams’ requirements.
• Malpractice Insurance covered by MRG