Diagnostic Assessor - Psychologist

Catalight • Fairfield, CA

13d • $145,000 - $155,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Diagnostic Assessor - Psychologist is a hybrid role that uses a Psychologist’s skills in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and developmental disorders assessments. The role provides diagnostic and second-opinion assessments to Catalight Care Services clients using diagnostic tools, intelligence measures, adaptive functioning measures, and neuropsychological measures, consistent with clinical best practices. The Diagnostic Assessor participates in all aspects of assessment, including preparation and administration, establishing DSM-5 diagnoses, and writing summaries and full diagnostic reports for clients’ medical records. The Assessor also provides Diagnostic Intake Assessments as needed.

The position includes planning and completing assessments within established timelines, ensuring assessment quality, communicating results to client families and funders or partners, and providing clinical report review and oversight. Employment is full-time, with compensation of $145,000–$155,000. The role requires active psychologist licensure in California and may involve travel to multiple work sites.

Requirements

• Be a licensed Psychologist, licensed Psychiatrist, or licensed Doctor of Education.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of psychological assessment experience.
• Have experience administering ADOS-2, Mullen Scales of Early Learning, Vineland, and WISC-V.
• Have experience conducting diagnostic evaluations and completing diagnostic reports.
• Maintain active psychologist licensure in the State of California.
• Demonstrate sensitivity when working with ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse populations.
• Demonstrate commitment to organizational values, judgment, flexibility, patience, and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
• Be skilled at providing feedback and training on policies and procedures, and comfortable presenting to large groups.
• Be highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and related computer software; be proficient in Salesforce and Atlassian (JIRA/Confluence).
• Have experience with data visualization or reporting software such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Have demonstrated experience developing effective processes and standard operating procedures.
• Be skilled in establishing and maintaining effective communication channels with providers.
• Have strong analytical skills, including defining data and reporting requirements, analyzing data, and translating trends and outcomes into actionable recommendations.
• Be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy environment, multitask, and manage day-to-day responsibilities without supervision.
• Be personable and comfortable working with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Have a proficient understanding of Provider Network Operations, billing and claims processing, authorizations, and billing codes.
• Be highly detail-oriented and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Be able to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice, including applicable DOJ/FBI review.
• Be able to travel to multiple work sites and have reliable transportation.
• Have a valid driver’s license and insurance, and maintain a clean driving record.
• Pass health screenings, obtain required vaccinations, and clear TB testing according to company policies.
• Be able to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Be able to obtain and maintain credentialing through funding sources, if applicable.
• Be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification, Safety Care certification, a CAQH credential, and an NPI number.
• Attend all required training.

Nice To Haves

• Experience administering VB-MAPP, AFLS, DP-3, and DAS-II.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, complete, and submit diagnostic assessments within established timelines.
• Ensure the quality of diagnostic assessments.
• Communicate diagnostic results to client families.
• Communicate assessment results to funders and partners.
• Provide clinical report review and oversight.
• As needed, provide Diagnostic Intake Assessments.
• Prepare and administer assessments, establish DSM-5 diagnoses, and write summaries and full diagnostic reports for client medical records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed