Psychologist /Psychiatrist Behavioral Health Examiner (C&P Exams)

Pro Med Healthcare Services•Beckley, WV

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

A compassionate, detail-oriented Psychologist or Psychiatrist performs one-time, non-treatment Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans. The role focuses strictly on clear, objective clinical evaluations; it does not involve treatment, prescribing medication, ongoing treatment, or patient care management. The examiner reviews pertinent medical history and service records, conducts the examination, and electronically documents findings in the required VA forms and medical opinions through a web-based examination form and electronic medical records system. Completed examinations are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations. The examiner does not make disability determinations; the U.S. Veterans Administration makes them. The position is based in Beckley, West Virginia, with a stated hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days of telehealth, although the description also characterizes the role as in-person and says telehealth opportunities may be offered as needed. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with no nights, weekends, or on-call duties. Starting pay is $500 per day or $62.50 per hour based on an eight-hour day.

Requirements

Be a Psychologist or Psychiatrist licensed in at least one U.S. state.
Psychiatrists or Neurologists must be board certified or have completed a two-year residency in either specialty.
Psychologists must hold a PhD or PsyD with a major in Psychology and adult-focused specialty studies, such as Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology, or a combination of these; child-focused psychology programs are not acceptable.
Psychologists must have graduated from an APA-accredited doctorate or post-doctorate program.
Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent service and care.
Be proficient with computers, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), electronic medical records, and other platforms.
Have professional communication, critical-thinking, and informed-care decision-making skills.
Be able to work independently, manage time, provide quality service, and meet set deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in clinical settings.
Prior VA or C&P experience.

Responsibilities

Review examination orders, remarks, questions, directions, and requests for opinions; thoroughly review medical history, service records, and previous examinations, including addressing previous medical opinions when required.
Complete appropriate Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and Medical Opinions (MOs) in the electronic medical records system during the examination, documenting the Veteran’s claimed conditions and providing required information to the VA.
Explain the examination process to the Veteran and confirm the claimed conditions.
Complete the chart and submit the examination within 24–48 hours after it is completed.
Conduct examinations in person and potentially through telehealth, as requested or available.
Administer and interpret psychological testing as needed.
Follow applicable protocols in the event of behavioral health or medical emergencies.
Serve Veterans, including Veterans with service animals, without refusing service on that basis.
For telehealth examinations, troubleshoot IT issues with the Veteran, navigate the virtual platform, and maintain a professional virtual background.
Analyze data from VA medical records and medical literature related to assessments and assessment outcomes.
Collaborate with on-site and remote staff while working independently and meeting deadlines.