Psychologist, Behavioral Health Per Diem (Modesto, CA)

Pennsylvania Psychological Association; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 178,000; Part time

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Job summary

Gould Medical Group in Modesto, CA is seeking a per diem Psychologist to join the Behavioral Health Department with a primary focus on psychological assessment and testing. The position offers a part-time opportunity in an integrated medical setting, with negotiable schedule and opportunities for collaboration across specialties.

The ideal candidate will have a doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology, a California license, and strong experience in assessment and testing.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Current California license as a Psychologist.
• Training and experience in psychological assessment and testing.
• Strong knowledge of standardized psychological tests, interpretation, and report writing.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and testing based on clinical referral questions.
• Select, administer, score, and interpret standardized psychological tests.
• Integrate test results with clinical history and observations.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive psychological evaluation reports.
• Provide feedback regarding assessment results to patients, families, and providers.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, and other team members.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation in the EMR.
• Practice within applicable professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Job description

Description

Northern California Psychology Opportunity

Gould Medical Group is seeking a per diem Psychologist to join our Behavioral Health Department with a primary focus on psychological assessment and testing.

This position is ideal for a psychologist who enjoys assessment work and is looking for a part-time opportunity within an integrated healthcare setting.

Position Details

• Per diem opportunity for psychological or neuropsychological testing.
• Starting base salary: $110 per hour for scheduled, patient-facing clinical template scheduled services only. Compensation does not include in-basket management, telephone encounters, My Health Online (MHOL) activities, dictation, form completion, or any other administrative duties.
• Behavioral Health Department consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, LMFTs, LCSWs, NPs and PAs.
• Practice location: Modesto, CA
• Schedule and hours are negotiable based on department needs and candidate availability.
• Integrated medical setting with opportunities for collaboration across specialties
• All age ranges, but can specialize in adults or children
• Low paperwork demands
• No inpatient work
• Stable and growing group

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and testing based on clinical referral questions.
• Select, administer, score, and interpret appropriate standardized psychological tests.
• Integrate test results with clinical history, behavioral observations, and other available information.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive, and clinically useful psychological evaluation reports.
• Provide feedback regarding assessment results and recommendations to patients, families, and referring providers as appropriate.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Practice within applicable professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a closely related field from an APA-accredited program.
• Current California license as a Psychologist.
• Training and experience in psychological assessment and testing.
• Strong knowledge of standardized psychological assessment instruments, test interpretation, and report writing.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Join Us and Enjoy

• Group paid malpractice and tail coverage

Organization Details

Gould Medical Group is a growing, 600+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.

Community Information

• Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living
• Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey
• Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types
• Rapidly growing communities Excellent school options
• Average of 260 days of sunshine annually

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