Psychologist - Remote

Loyal Source Government Services; Sioux Falls (SD); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Psychologist to conduct Medical Disability Examinations for veterans. This remote role involves performing comprehensive mental health assessments and providing expert medical opinions for disability claims. With a focus on mental health conditions such as PTSD and anxiety, you will contribute to an important mission while ensuring compliance with HIPAA and VA policies. Ideal candidates will possess a doctoral degree in psychology, relevant experience, and strong proficiency with technology. Join a team committed to diversity and excellence in healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Licensed psychologist with a doctoral degree and 2+ years of post-licensure experience.
• Proficiency in conducting psychological assessments and evaluations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Psychological Assessment

Neuropsychological Testing

Patient Confidentiality

Windows OS

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

Education

Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology

Graduated from APA-accredited doctoral program

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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The psychologist performs Medical Disability Examinations (MDE) for veterans filing disability claims related to 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 include assessments and medical opinions but do not involve treatment.

Key Roles

1. Conduct standard outpatient assessments and evaluations.
2. Handle psychological/neuropsychological testing requests.
3. Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and trainings; ensure documentation within VA guidelines; perform other duties as assigned.
4. Perform non-MD clinical reviews, including requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing.

Responsibilities

1. Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (e.g., PTSD, Depression, MST, anxiety, eating disorders).
2. Write medical opinions as a subject matter expert for mental health claims.
3. Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and VA policies.
4. Note: C&P mental health exams are one-time, no-treatment assessments.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed doctoral-level (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Psychologist with current, unrestricted license.
• At least 2 years of post-licensure experience.
• Proficiency with Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel.
• Dedicated secure workspace with high-speed internet access.
• Graduated from an APA-accredited doctoral program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in performing C&P exams (training provided).
• Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
• Additional certifications (e.g., ASPPB CPQ).
• Experience in managed care, peer reviews, and working with various insurance lines.
• Clinical experience with children, adolescents, substance abuse, and evidence-based treatments.
• Advanced computer skills, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source, based in Orlando, specializes in workforce solutions for government healthcare, engineering, and travel healthcare sectors. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.