Psychologist or Psychiatrist - Part time/Independent Contractor

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Part-time Psychologist or psychiatrist - Independent Contractor - 1-2 days per week

Generous Fee Schedule

This opportunity is in Vero Beach with option to float to West Palm Beach

Allegiance Medical Group offers a positive and collegial environment for team-members providing disability and physical exams for uniformed service members and veterans. We also provide employment exams for law enforcement and other types of government employees.

Are you a motivated and experienced psychologist seeking a flexible position where you can break away from the hectic grind and settle into positive clinic environment? AMG is a collegial environment where you will be appreciated and respected for your contributions. As an AMG contract examiner, you will enjoy competitive fees in a low stress environment. You will have the opportunity to interact with uniformed members and veterans and provide welcoming and positive experience. Together with the Allegiance Medical team we will ensure that our veterans, service members, law enforcement and federal employees are provided the outstanding and respectful service they deserve.

If this mission and team-based environment appeal to you, then we'd love to hear from you today!

We are seeking Independent Contractor psychologists to conduct Compensation and Pension (C&P) disability examinations in support of federal contracts with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Additionally, you will perform occupational examinations for federal, state, and local agencies as needed. The position requires performing thorough medical evaluations, generating comprehensive reports, and providing timely documentation that aids in the determination of disability and occupational status.

Generous fee schedule!

Flexible Schedule!

Independent Contractor 1099

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct Compensation and Pension (C&P) disability psychological examinations and testing for veterans as per VA standards and regulations.

Perform occupational health examinations for various federal, state, and local agencies.

Evaluate medical conditions, injuries, and disabilities and prepare detailed and accurate reports.

Collaborate with administrative and case management staff to ensure the timely submission of completed reports.

Utilize medical expertise to assess veterans’ claims for service-connected disabilities and occupational health matters.

Comply with all relevant standards, including confidentiality and ethical considerations.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including adherence to the Veterans Affairs' (VA) evaluation protocols.

Maintain and uphold the highest quality standards in all medical reports and documentation.

Provide timely and accurate reports that meet deadlines and submission requirements for all contracting agencies.

Professional Degree from an APA accredited institution is required.

Board certification is a plus

Must possess a valid and unrestricted license to practice.

Previous experience in conducting C&P exams or other federal medical evaluations preferred.

Ability to conduct both focused and comprehensive psychological examinations and functional assessments.

Ability to perform standardized psychological/integrative neuropsychological assessments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare thorough medical reports.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple case assignments while maintaining high attention to detail.

Ability to access to a secure electronic medical record (EMR) system to maintain patient confidentiality.

Ability to collaborate with and seek guidance from other healthcare professionals

Experience with federal, state, and local agency occupational health standards is a plus.

Timeliness and Quality Standards:

Timely submission of all reports and documentation is critical. Reports must be completed and submitted within the required deadlines to ensure proper case flow and contract compliance.

Reports must be of the highest quality, accurate, and free of errors, as they play a critical role in determining veterans’ disability benefits and occupational health assessments for agencies.

Adherence to federal guidelines and protocols for examinations, ensuring that all exams meet legal and procedural standards.

This position offers the flexibility of working as an independent contractor, allowing you to manage your schedule while contributing to the welfare of veterans and other service members through your professional medical expertise.