Neuropsychologist - Contract (1099) - Massachusetts

Lyra Health • Massachusetts, MA

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About The Position

Lyra Clinical Associates is seeking a contract Neuropsychologist for its Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity, which provides neuropsychological and/or psychological assessments and diagnosis, tailored care for ADHD, and support for autism and learning differences. The role is suited to a provider passionate about whole-person, whole-family mental health care and comfortable collaborating with a patient’s psychologist, therapist, psychiatrist, and other care team members. Successful candidates are results driven, detailed, process oriented, comfortable with data, independently minded, flexible, and adaptable.

The Neuropsychologist conducts intake interviews and comprehensive evaluations for clients of all ages, interprets psychological and neuropsychological test batteries, and may occasionally administer tests directly. The role also oversees psychometrists’ work, prepares detailed reports and client-friendly summaries, provides feedback about findings and recommendations, and collaborates with the care team to inform treatment planning. Sessions may be virtual or in person. The position is contracted by Lyra Clinical Associates and requires successful completion of a background check.

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 your own office space.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• One-year predoctoral internship specializing in neuropsychology preferred.
• Two-year postdoctoral fellowship specializing in neuropsychology preferred.
• PSYPACT authorized or PSYPACT eligible preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of experience, supervision, or training will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews to gather complete histories.
• Provide comprehensive neuropsychological and/or psychological evaluations for clients of all ages, in collaboration 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 clear, 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.
• Deliver care virtually or in person, including sessions with patients and their families.

Benefits

• Connect with highly compatible clients who fit the provider’s clinical expertise.
• Set your own schedule without a 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree