Testing Psychologist - Contract (1099) - Chicago, IL

Lyra Health • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Lyra Clinical Associates, in partnership with Lyra Health, is seeking contract Testing Psychologists for its Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity. The center provides neuropsychological and psychological assessments, diagnosis, and tailored care related to ADHD, autism, and learning differences. The Testing Psychologist conducts comprehensive intake interviews and psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults to support diagnostic clarity, treatment planning, and intervention strategies. The role addresses behavioral health complexities and provides actionable insights through psychoeducational and psychological evaluations while collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to optimize outcomes.

The position suits providers who are results driven, detail oriented, process focused, comfortable with data, and able to work independently while remaining flexible and adaptable. Sessions and assessments may be delivered virtually or in person, as indicated, from the provider’s own office space.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association or Canadian Psychological Association.
• Licensed Clinical Psychologist in at least one state.
• At least 3 years of experience in psychological assessments with children, adolescents, or adults.
• Familiarity with evaluating complex behavioral health needs, such as ASD, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma.
• Expertise in psychological and psychoeducational assessment tools, such as BASC, Conners, WAIS, and WISC.
• Effective therapeutic communication skills.
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms and remote testing tools.
• Experience conducting testing virtually.
• Ability to provide care virtually or in person from the provider’s own office space.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• PSYPACT authorized or eligible.
• Experience working with patients of all ages and their families is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and psychological evaluations with patients of all ages and, where appropriate, their families.
• Administer, interpret, and integrate psychological test batteries focused on cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and academic functioning.
• Provide evidence-based diagnostic impressions and actionable recommendations tailored to each individual.
• Collaborate with psychometrists and psychometrist assistants, oversee test administration and scoring, and ensure quality control.
• Deliver compassionate feedback through videos and live sessions to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate testing data and comprehensive reports through a detail-oriented, process-focused approach.
• Use telehealth platforms for remote assessments and adapt testing strategies for virtual delivery.
• Conduct intake interviews, testing sessions, and live feedback sessions virtually or in person, as indicated.

Benefits

• Connect with highly compatible clients who fit the provider’s clinical expertise.
• Support from qualified, vetted psychometrists.
• 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.
• Testing supplies provided.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree