Hybrid - Psychologist

Loyal Source Government Services; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 132,828 - 144,828; Full time

Job summary

The psychologist position at Loyal Source Government Services is a hybrid role performing Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans seeking disability claims. You will conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and provide medical opinions without direct treatment.

The role emphasizes HIPAA/VA compliance, data entry of determinations per guidelines, and collaboration with a clinical team.

Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral level psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.).
• License must be current, allow full independent practice, and be unrestricted.
• 2+ years of post-licensure experience.
• Computer skills, including Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel.
• Must have a designated secure workspace and high‑speed home internet.
• Must have attended an APA‑approved program.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (MDE) for PTSD, depression, MST, anxiety, and eating disorders.
• Write medical opinions as the subject matter expert for mental health claims.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA and VA rules.
• C&P mental health examinations are one‑time, no‑treatment examinations.
• Enter determinations within VA guideline requirements and collaborate with the reviewer’s manager.

Skills

Licensed psychologist (Ph.D./Psy.D.)

Post-licensure experience

Computer skills (Windows, Outlook,Word

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology

Tools

CPT/HCPCS codes

Job description

Summary

The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans filing disability claims for mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, or eating disorder through the Veterans Benefits Administration as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive mental health exams 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.

Psychologist (Hybrid)

The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans filing disability claims for mental health conditions through the Veterans Benefits Administration as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. Comprehensive mental health exams include a mental health assessment and medical opinions, but no treatment.

Pay Range: $132,828.80 - $144,828.80 / 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, and eating disorder
• Perform medical opinion writing as the subject matter expert for mental health claims
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance 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 full independent practice, and be unrestricted (additional state licenses may be required)
• 2+ years of post‑licensure experience
• Computer skills, including Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel
• Must have a designated secure workspace and be able to install secure high‑speed internet via cable/DSL at home
• Must have attended an APA‑approved school or doctorate program

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in performing C&P exams is preferred but not required; training and 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
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turnaround‑time requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others on a clinical team

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 any part of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].