Testing Psychologist - Contract (1099) - New York

Lyra Health • New York, NY

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About The Position

Lyra Clinical Associates is seeking contract Testing Psychologists for its Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity. The center provides neuropsychological and psychological assessments, diagnosis, and tailored care for ADHD, as well as support for 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 focuses on behavioral health complexities and providing actionable insights through psychoeducational and psychological evaluations while collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams.

The position is suited to providers who are results driven, detail oriented, process focused, comfortable working with data, and able to work independently while remaining flexible and adaptable. Assessments and feedback may be delivered virtually or in person. Providers must be able to work within their own office space. Lyra Clinical Associates contracts with providers, and this position is a 1099 contract role.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an American Psychological Association- or Canadian Psychological Association-accredited program.
• Licensed Clinical Psychologist in at least one state.
• At least 3 years of experience in psychological assessments with children, adolescents, or adults.
• Familiarity with complex behavioral health needs, including ASD, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, and trauma.
• Expertise with 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 within the provider’s own office space.
• Successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide intake interviews and psychological evaluations for patients and, when 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.
• Communicate findings and recommendations through feedback videos and live sessions.
• Maintain accurate testing data and comprehensive reports using 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 compatible clients suited to 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.
• Access to a 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 reduce administrative work.
• Testing supplies provided.

What This Job Offers

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