Hybrid - Psychologist

Loyal Source Government Services; Clearwater (FL); Hybrid; USD 134,243 - 146,243; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services is seeking a licensed psychologist to perform Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans’ disability claims with a focus on mental health conditions such as PTSD, Depression and Anxiety. The role is hybrid and supports VBA guidelines, with no treatment provided.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, write medical opinions, maintain HIPAA compliance, and participate in peer consultations and trainings.

Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral-level psychologist with an unrestricted clinical license.
• Minimum of 2+ years post-licensure experience.
• Graduated from an APA‑approved program or school.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (MDE) including PTSD, Depression, and anxiety disorders.
• Write medical opinions as the subject matter expert for mental health claims.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and VA rules.
• Conduct C&P mental health examinations as one-time, no-treatment exams.

Education

Licensed psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) with full independent license

APA approved school or doctorate program

2+ years post-licensure experience

Tools

Windows OS

Outlook

Word

Teams

Excel

Job description

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.

Key Roles

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Requirements

• 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

Compensation

Pay Rate: $134,243.20 - $146,243.20

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].