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. Opportunities to help America's veterans are available within Loyal Source Clinics throughout the western United States.
Key Roles:
Standard outpatient assessments/evaluations
Psychological /Neuropsychological Testing service requests
Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and trainings; be responsible for entering determinations within the Department of Veteran Affairs guideline requirements; and perform of other duties as required by the reviewer's manager
Conduct Non-MD clinical reviews of the following type during a typical workday:
Requests for psychological or neuropsychological testing
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform 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
C&P mental health examinations are one-time, no treatment examinations
Required Qualifications:
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
Must have attended an APA approved school or doctorate program
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
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
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
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at HRmgt@loyalsource.com. If you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability, please select the accessibility menu to the (right or left) for more assistance. You can also request reasonable accommodations by contacting a telecommunications relay service by dialing 711 for direct access and assistance (tty).
This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a).
These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors.
Date Posted: 07/09/2026
Job ID: a1WPe000002tkRsMAI
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Location
Vista, CA
Skills
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Eating Disordersunmatched
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