Pediatric Diagnostic Psychologist - Bilingual Spanish/English

FronteraCare; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

FronteraCare is seeking a Diagnostic Psychologist to conduct team-based diagnostic assessments for children with autism, ADHD, and related disorders via telehealth, using AI-assisted report writing tools.

You will collaborate with families and other clinicians to develop treatment plans, maintain HIPAA-compliant records, and stay current on best practices in assessment and intervention. Fluency in Spanish and English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Licensed psychologist in NM and/or CO, or willing to obtain licensure.
• 2–3 years of experience conducting comprehensive child evaluations.
• Experience with telehealth assessments.
• Fluent in English and Spanish; able to complete assessments in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to comprehensive diagnostic assessments for children with neurobehavioral disorders.
• Administer standardized assessments via telehealth.
• Write and refine clear, defensible psychological reports with diagnoses and recommendations.
• Collaborate with families, therapists, and healthcare professionals to implement treatment plans.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant records and participate in outreach activities.

Skills

Telehealth assessments

ASD assessment

Spanish/English fluency

Report writing

Electronic health records

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (APA-accredited)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

FronteraCare delivers life-changing autism services to children and families across New Mexico and Colorado. We provide high quality diagnostic evaluations and ABA therapy, partnering closely with parents, grandparents, foster parents, and other caregivers to create individualized care plans rooted in each child's unique strengths, needs, and family context.

Our clinicians are committed to evidence-based, compassionate care that helps children with autism thrive. We believe the best outcomes are when families are at the heart of the treatment. By combining clinical expertise with family insights, we help children build skills, gain confidence, and thrive.

Our Mission

Our mission is to expand access to exceptional diagnostic and behavioral healthcare for every child, no matter where they live or their circumstances.

Diagnostic Psychologist - Assessment of Pediatric Neurobehavioral Disorders

About FronteraCare: FronteraCare is delivering pediatric therapies to rural families in need through parent company Frontera Health, which focuses on developing a groundbreaking tech-enabled platform leveraging the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to establish a robust video-based data model for early intervention and developmental disorders. By collaborating with parents and caregivers in rural communities, FronteraCare and Frontera Health aim to bridge the gap in access to care, improve health equity, and deliver personalized treatment plans for better outcomes.

The Role

As a Diagnostic Psychologist, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission of expanding access to autism services. In this role, you will conduct team-based comprehensive diagnostic assessments of children with common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood, including autism, ADHD, learning disorders, anxiety, depression, and disruptive behavior disorders. You will conduct evaluations via telehealth and using our AI tool to aid in writing reports.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to comprehensive diagnostic assessments.
• Administer standardized clinical assessments via telehealth.
• Use Frontera’s report‑writing technology.
• Draft and refine clear, concise, and defensible psychological reports that outline diagnoses, recommendations for treatment, and potential eligibility for services.
• Collaborate with families, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
• Stay current on best practices in diagnostic assessment and evidence-based intervention,
• Maintain accurate and detailed client records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Potentially participate in outreach and educational activities related to pediatric behavioral health.

The Ideal Candidate

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA accredited program in Clinical Psychology.
• Licensed psychologist in good standing in at least one of the states we operate in (New Mexico and/or Colorado), or willing to obtain licensure.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience conducting comprehensive child evaluations.
• Strong foundation in evidence-based assessment practices for ASD and related conditions, including ADOS framework.
• Experience and comfort with telehealth assessment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex diagnostic findings to families and professionals.
• Proficiency in electronic recordkeeping systems (e.g., EHR) is a plus.
• Commitment to cultural competency and providing services in a family-centered, collaborative manner.
• Passion for working with children with social, emotional, and mental health challenges and their families.
• Preferred: Active member of PSYPACT (Psychologists Interjurisdictional Compact) allowing for telehealth evaluations across state lines.
• Fluent and able to complete assessments in both Spanish and English
• Located in: CA, CO, UT, AZ, TX, FL, GA, ID, OK, WA, OR, or NM.

Why FronteraCare

• Collaborate with a talented and passionate team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Make a real difference in the lives of children and families in rural communities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in pediatric healthcare.

Join us in building the future of behavioral healthcare!

At this time we are unable to hire in PA, MD, VA, NY, NJ, MA, CT, MN, or IL.

The salary range for this role is $140,000-160,000

We have determined a salary range for this position that takes into account several factors including experience, knowledge, education, skills, and abilities. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline and the exact salary will be determined based on the individual’s qualifications and experience, with consideration given to the factors listed above. All full-time employee benefits include health benefits, 401(k) plan, and PTO per year.

Compensation: $140,000 USD - $160,000 USD

Why Join Us

At Frontera Care, you will be part of a mission-driven, supportive team making a real difference for children and families. We provide the tools, resources, collaboration you need to focus on what matters most: delivering high-quality, family-centered care. If you are passionate about helping children with autism, and want to grow your career while transforming access to care, accessible healthcare, we would love to welcome you to our team.