Hybrid Psychologist
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive mental health examinations (MDE) including PTSD, Depression, MST(military sexual trauma), anxiety, eating disorder.
- Conduct non-MD clinical reviews of the following type during a typical workday: Requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing.
- Write medical opinions 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.
Requirements
- 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
Qualifications
- Attended an APA approved school or doctorate program
Skills
- 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
- 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
Pay Rate: Base + Monthly incentive plan = $142,001- $154,001
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