Pediatric Diagnostic Psychologist - Bilingual Spanish/English

FronteraCare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

PTO per year

Job summary

FronteraCare is seeking a Diagnostic Psychologist in Phoenix, AZ to conduct comprehensive assessments for children with neurobehavioral disorders, including autism. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, be licensed in at least one operating state, and have experience in evidence-based assessment practices. This role includes a competitive salary range of $140,000–$160,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package, contributing to the mission of providing exceptional healthcare for children and families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience conducting comprehensive child evaluations.
• Strong foundation in ASD assessment practices, including ADOS framework.
• Commitment to a family-centered, collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments for children.
• Administer standardized clinical assessments via telehealth.
• Collaborate with families to create treatment plans.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish and English

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with telehealth assessment

Evidence-based assessment practices

Cultural competency

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.)

Licensed psychologist in good standing

Tools

Electronic record-keeping systems (e.g., EHR)

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 Mission

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

The Role

As a Diagnostic Psychologist, you will play a vital role in supporting our mission of expanding access to autism services. 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 use 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 record‑keeping 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.

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this role is $140,000–$160,000. All full‑time employee benefits include health benefits, 401(k) plan, and PTO per year.

Location Restrictions

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

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, we would love to welcome you to our team.