Psychologist - Remote

Loyal Source Government Services; Saint Cloud (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to serving veterans as a Psychologist. In this remote role, you will conduct vital mental health examinations for disability claims, focusing on conditions like PTSD and anxiety. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of veterans while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. With a commitment to diversity and a supportive environment, this established industry player provides the resources you need to thrive in your career. If you are a licensed psychologist with a passion for helping others, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral-level psychologist with at least 2 years of post-licensure experience.
• Proficient in psychological assessments and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive mental health examinations for veterans.
• Write medical opinions for mental health claims and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Psychological Assessment

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology

Graduated from an APA-accredited program

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans when they file disability claims for mental health conditions (e.g., PTSD, Depression, Anxiety) through the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) as part of the Compensation and Pension Program. These comprehensive mental health exams involve assessments and medical opinions but do not include treatment.

Key Roles

• Conduct outpatient assessments and evaluations
• Request psychological/neuropsychological testing services
• Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and training sessions; ensure determinations comply with VA guidelines; perform other duties as assigned by the reviewer’s manager
• Conduct non-MD clinical reviews, including requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (MDE) for conditions such as PTSD, Depression, MST (Military Sexual Trauma), Anxiety, and Eating Disorders
• Write medical opinions as a subject matter expert for mental health claims
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and VA regulations
• Note: C&P mental health exams are one-time, no-treatment assessments

Required Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral-level (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Psychologist
• Current license permitting full independent practice without restrictions (additional state licenses may be required)
• At least 2 years of post-licensure experience
• Proficiency with Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel
• Dedicated secure workspace and high-speed internet access at home
• Graduated from an APA-accredited school or doctoral program

Preferred Requirements

• Experience performing C&P exams (training provided)
• Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP)
• Certificate of Professional Qualification (CPQ) from ASPPB
• Experience in managed care settings, peer reviews, and working with commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare lines of business
• Knowledge of CPT and HCPCS coding
• Clinical experience in higher levels of care, with children and adolescents, and with substance abuse diagnoses
• Experience with Evidence-Based Treatment
• Advanced skills in Excel and Access databases
• Strong organizational, time-management, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and within a clinical team, thriving in a fast-paced, changing environment

Pay: $62.35 + $4.93 H&W per hour

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source, based in Orlando, provides workforce solutions across government healthcare, technical services, engineering, and travel healthcare. We are committed to diversity and are proud partners of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership.

Visit our website at www.loyalsource.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter for more opportunities.

Loyal Source is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, or military service.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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