Neuropsychologist - Contract (1099) - New York

Lyra Health • New York, NY

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About The Position

Lyra Clinical Associates is seeking a contract Neuropsychologist to provide neuropsychological and/or psychological assessment and diagnostic services through its Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity. The role focuses on tailored care for ADHD and support for autism and learning differences, with a whole-person and whole-family approach. The Neuropsychologist works collaboratively with clients’ families and care teams, including psychologists, therapists, psychiatrists, care managers, and mental health wellness coaches. The position may involve virtual and/or in-person care and requires the provider to work from their own office space.

This contract role suits providers who are comfortable working independently in a collaborative team environment and who are results-driven, detail-oriented, process-oriented, flexible, adaptable, and comfortable with data. The provider will conduct comprehensive evaluations, interpret assessments, supervise psychometrist work, prepare reports, explain findings and recommendations to clients and families, and coordinate treatment planning.

The provider is contracted by Lyra Clinical Associates. This is a 1099 contract opportunity in New York.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree in Psychology from an American Psychological Association- or Canadian Psychological Association-accredited program.
• Licensed Clinical Psychologist in at least one state.
• Experience conducting testing virtually and in person.
• Familiarity with online web-based applications.
• Effective therapeutic communication skills.
• Able to deliver care virtually or in person and within the provider’s own office space.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• An equivalent combination of experience, supervision, or training may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Nice To Haves

• One-year predoctoral internship specializing in neuropsychology.
• Two-year postdoctoral fellowship specializing in neuropsychology.
• PSYPACT authorized or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews to gather a complete history.
• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological and/or psychological evaluations for clients of all ages, collaborating with families and/or other collateral sources.
• Interpret a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological test batteries, with occasional direct test administration.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the use and interpretation of neuropsychological assessments.
• Supervise and oversee the assigned psychometrist’s work to ensure accurate and reliable data collection.
• Complete detailed neuropsychological evaluation reports and brief summary documents tailored for clients, families, and referring providers.
• Conduct supportive feedback sessions to explain findings, diagnoses, and personalized recommendations.
• Collaborate with the patient’s care team, including psychiatrists, care managers, therapists, and/or mental health wellness coaches, to inform and coordinate treatment planning.
• Complete virtual and/or in-person sessions with patients and their families.

Benefits

• Set your own schedule, with no minimum hours requirement.
• Paperless billing and quick payment turnaround.
• 24/7 Care Navigation team for client crisis support.
• Access to live and recorded continuing education courses approved by APA, ASWB, and NBCC.
• Access to technology and support staff, including psychometrists and psychometrist assistants, to help ease the administrative burden of evaluations.
• Connect with clients matched to the provider’s clinical expertise.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree