Hybrid - Psychologist

Loyal Source Government Services; Memphis (TN); Hybrid; USD 125,739 - 173,739; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services seeks a licensed psychologist to perform MDEs for veterans as part of the VBA Compensation and Pension program in a hybrid work setting. The role focuses on comprehensive mental health assessments (PTSD, Depression, Anxiety) and generating medical opinions without direct patient treatment.

Requires a doctoral-level license, 2+ years post-licensure, and APA-credible credentials; strong collaboration and documentation within VA guidelines are essential.

Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral-level Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) with active, unrestricted license.
• Minimum 2+ years of post-licensure experience.
• Proficient with standard office software and VA/HIPAA procedures.
• Ability to obtain additional state licenses as needed

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive MDEs for veterans' disability claims (mental health).
• Prepare medical opinions and reports according to VA guidelines.
• Maintain patient confidentiality under HIPAA and VA rules.
• Perform non-MD clinical reviews for testing requests as part of daily workflow

Skills

Post-licensure experience

Strong assessment & exam skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology

APA-accredited program

Tools

Windows OS

Outlook

Word

Teams

Excel

Job description

Psychologist (Hybrid)

The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans when they file 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 require 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; be responsible for entering determinations within the Department of Veteran Affairs guideline requirements; and perform other duties as required by the reviewer’s manager
• Conduct Non‑MD clinical reviews of the following type during a typical workday: Requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (MDE) including PTSD, Depression, MST (military sexual trauma), anxiety, eating disorder.
• Perform medical opinion writing as the subject matter expert for mental health claims.
• Maintain patient confidentiality complying with HIPAA and VA rules and procedures.
• C&P mental health examinations are one‑time, no‑treatment examinations.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral level (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Psychologist
• License must be current, allow for full independent practice, and be unrestricted (you may be asked to obtain additional state licenses to meet growing business needs)
• 2+ years of post‑licensure experience
• Computer skills, including facility with Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel
• Must have a designated secure workspace and access to install secure high‑speed internet via cable/DSL in home
• Must have attended an APA approved school or doctorate program

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in performing C&P exams is preferred but not necessary. Training and ongoing support 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
• Experience with 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
• Solid organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turn‑around‑time requirements
• Solid written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
• Work well independently and collaborate with others on a clinical team
• Enjoy a fast‑paced, changing environment

Pay Rate

$125,739 - $173,739