Diagnostic Assessor – Psychologist

Catalight; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalight Care Services is seeking a Diagnostic Assessor- Psychologist in a hybrid role for ASD and developmental disorders assessments in California. You will prepare, administer, and establish DSM-5 diagnoses, write full diagnostic reports, and contribute to client medical records.

The role requires minimum 5 years of psychological assessment experience with ADOS-2, Mullen, Vineland, and WISC-V; proficiency in Excel, Salesforce, and BI tools; and strong communication skills for client families

Qualifications

• Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychiatrist, or Licensed Doctor of Education.
• Minimum of 5 years’ psychological assessment experience.
• Experience with ADOS-2, Mullen Scales of Early Learning, Vineland, and WISC-V.
• Experience with VB-MAPP, AFLS, DP-3, and DAS-II preferred.
• Experience conducting diagnostic evaluations and writing diagnostic reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, complete and submit diagnostic assessments within established timeline.
• Ensure the quality of diagnostic assessments.
• Communicate results to client families.
• Communicate results to funders/partners.
• Provide clinical report review and oversight.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Salesforce

JIRA/Confluence

Tableau/Power BI

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Training & policy dissemination

Group presentation

Provider network operations

Detail oriented

Education

Licensed Psychologist

Tools

Salesforce

JIRA/Confluence

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

The Diagnostic Assessor- Psychologist is a hybrid role intended to utilize a Psychologist’s skills in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)/Developmental Disorders Assessments. The role provides Diagnostic Assessments, and second opinions assessment to Catalight Care Services clients, utilizing diagnostic tools, intelligence measure, adaptive functioning measure and neuropsychological measures, in a manner that is consistent with clinical best practices for Catalight Care Services. The Diagnostic Assessor is integral in all aspects of diagnostic assessment including; preparing, administering, establishing DSM-5 diagnosis, writing summary and full diagnostic report to include in the client’s medical record. As needed, the Assessor provides Diagnostic Intake Assessment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plan, organize, complete and submit diagnostic assessments within established timeline.
• Ensure the quality of diagnostic assessments.
• Communicate with client families about diagnostic results.
• Communicate with funder/partners regarding results of diagnostic assessments.
• Provide clinical report review and oversight.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Psychiatrist, or Licensed Doctor of Education.
• Minimum of 5 years’ psychological assessment experience.
• Experience with administrating ADOS-2, Mullen Scales of Early Learning, Vineland, and WISC-V required.
• Experience with VB-MAPP, AFLS, DP-3, and DAS-II preferred.
• Experience conducting diagnostic evaluations and completing diagnostic reports.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge & Skills:

• Sensitivity to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population.
• A commitment to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgment, flexibility, patience
  and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills; frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
• Skilled at providing feedback and training on policies and procedures.
• Comfortable presenting to large groups
• Highly Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). especially Excel and related computer software.
• Proficient in Salesforce, Atlassian (JIRA/Confluence)
• Experience working with data visualization/reporting software e.g., Tableau, Power BI etc.
• Demonstrated experience in the development of effective processes and standard operating procedures.
• Skilled in establishing & maintaining optimal communication channels with Providers.
• Excellent analytical skills with demonstrated experience defining data and reporting requirements, analysis of data, and translating trends and outcomes into actionable recommendations.
• Work in an exciting, fast paced high energy environment while effectively multitasking and managing day-to-day responsibilities without supervision.
• Personable; able to work comfortably with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Must have a proficient understanding of Provider Network Operations, billing and claims processing, authorizations, and billing codes.
• Must be highly detail oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to communicate effectively within the work environment, read and write using the primary language in the workplace.
• Visual and auditory ability to work with clients, staff, and others in the workplace continuously.
• Frequent speaking and listening (25-75%) to clients, staff, and others in the workplace.
• Utilize computer and cell phone for effective communication.
• Frequent sitting.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ). The People & Performance Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
• Ability to travel to multiple work sites; reliable transportation needed.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with insurance and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations and clear TB testing based on company policies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing through funding source(s) if applicable.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
• Maintain active psychologist licensure in the State of California.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Safety Care certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CAQH credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NPI number.
• Must attend all required training.

Full time

Compensation:

TBD Will update before posting. Please Approve.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.

Catalightis an equal opportunity employer.