Psychologist - Remote

Loyal Source; Newark (NJ); Remote; USD 114,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source is seeking a licensed psychologist to conduct medical disability examinations for veterans. The role involves comprehensive mental health assessments, maintaining patient confidentiality, and writing medical opinions for mental health claims. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. and at least 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed at the doctoral level, must be current and unrestricted.
• 2+ years of post-licensure experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive mental health examinations for disability claims.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.

Skills

Computer skills

Solid organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology

Tools

Excel

Access Databases

Job description

The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans when they file disability claims 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 will require a mental health assessment and medical opinions but no treatment.

• 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 of 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

Pay : $55 / hr.

ABOUT LOYAL SOURCE

Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide, with a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare. Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

For more information go to our website www.loyalsource.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook & Twitter for other positions currently open.

Loyal Source does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of41 CFR 60-1.4(a),60-300.5(a)and60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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