Aerospace Clinical Psychologist

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate mental health cases for accession and special-duty determinations
• Conduct clinical interviews and telehealth assessments for applicants
• Interpret Air Force and DoD medical standards (DAFMAN 48-123, DoDI 6130.03, etc.)
• Prepare detailed case summaries and provide recommendations for waiver decisions
• Track and manage cases through the full review lifecycle using HQ AFAC systems
• Cook up with military treatment facilities and consultants (WHASC, SAMMC, etc.)
• Aid in policy development, updates, and responses to case inquiries or appeals
• Ensure timely and accurate case processing (within 20 business days)
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and Privacy Act requirements
• Support briefings, meetings, and special projects as needed

Required Experience

• Prior military service required (USAF experience strongly preferred)
• Minimum 3 years (within last 15 years) as a Biomedical Science Corps officer/psychologist
• Experience with deployments and military operational environments
• Strong background in military medical standards, waiver reviews, and policy interpretation
• Experience conducting psychological evaluations for special duty and accession applicants
• Experience performing adaptability rating assessments

Education & Licensure

• Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) or equivalent (PhD)
• Completion of residency/internship approved by the U.S. Air Force Surgeon General
• Active, unrestricted psychology license in good standing (no adverse actions in past 10 years)

Key Skills

• Expertise in military mental health standards and aeromedical policy
• Strong analytical, documentation, and case review skills
• Excellent communication and ability to brief leadership
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based systems

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to continue serving and supporting military members
Flexible schedule with Telework available
Meaningful work impacting service member readiness and care