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

Pro Med Healthcare Services • Beckley, WV

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Psychologist or Psychiatrist Behavioral Health Examiner performs one-time, non-treatment Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans. The role reviews pertinent medical history and service records, conducts examinations, and electronically documents findings in Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and medical opinions through a web-based examination form or electronic medical records system. Completed examinations are submitted to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to support disability award determinations; the examiner does not make disability determinations.

The position does not involve ongoing treatment, patient care management, or prescribing medication. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a stated hybrid arrangement of three days in the office and two days telehealth; the description also characterizes the role as in-person, with telehealth opportunities as needed. Examinations may be conducted in person and, when requested, by telehealth. The role is based in Beckley, West Virginia.

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 Ph.D. or Psy.D. with a major in psychology; specialty studies must focus on adults, 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 doctoral or postdoctoral 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 platforms.
• Have professional communication, critical-thinking, and informed-care decision-making skills.
• Work independently and manage time effectively to provide quality service and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Read examination order requests, including remarks, questions, directions, and requests for opinions; thoroughly review medical history, service records, and previous examinations, including addressing prior medical opinions.
• Complete appropriate Disability Benefits Questionnaires and medical opinions through the electronic medical records system during the examination, and provide required documentation to the VA with a full understanding of the Veteran’s claimed conditions.
• 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, with a flexible schedule as needed.
• Administer and interpret psychological testing when needed.
• Follow appropriate protocols if behavioral health or medical emergencies occur.
• Serve Veterans, including Veterans with service animals, without refusing service to them.
• For telehealth examinations, troubleshoot IT issues with Veterans, navigate the virtual platform, and maintain a professional background for virtual appointments.

Benefits

• No treatment or prescribing; focus on objective clinical evaluations.
• Predictable weekday hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no nights, weekends, or on-call duties.
• Meaningful work supporting Veterans and accurate disability determinations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree