Hybrid Psychologist

Summary

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. Opportunities to help America’s veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the western United States.

About the role

Loyal Source Clinics provide healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. They are guided by innovation and purpose, helping organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military-friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 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.
• Conduct Non-MD clinical reviews of the following type during a typical workday:
• Requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing.
• Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and trainings.
• Enter determinations within the Department of Veteran Affairs guideline requirements.
• Perform of other duties as required by the reviewer’s manager.

Requirements

• 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).
• 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

• Licensed doctoral level (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Psychologist.
• 2+ years of post – licensure experience.
• Diplomate of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) ASPPB Certificate of Professional Qualification (CPQ).
• Experience in performing C&P exams is preferred but not necessary. Training and ongoing support will be provided.
• 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.

Skills

• 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.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$132,558.40 - $144,558.40

Schedule

Not specified.