Hybrid - Psychologist

Loyal Source Government Services; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); Hybrid; USD 137,924 - 152,275; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services is seeking a licensed psychologist to perform Medical Disability Examinations for veterans as part of the VBA Compensation and Pension Program. The role supports hybrid work in the western United States, focusing on mental health assessments with no treatment involved.

Responsibilities include comprehensive MDEs for PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety, along with medical opinion writing and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral-level psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) with current, unrestricted license.
• Proficiency with Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive MDEs for veterans with PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and related conditions.
• Write medical opinions and ensure HIPAA compliance in all documents.
• Enter determinations per VA guidelines and participate in peer consultations and trainings.
• Conduct non-MD clinical reviews including requests for psychological testing.

Skills

Windows

Outlook

Word

Teams

Excel

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. (Licensed Psychologist)

APA approved program

Job description

Psychologist (Hybrid)

Summary

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 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.

Pay Rate

$137,924 - $149,924 per year

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

$140,275.20 - $152,275.20 per year

EEO 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].