Behavioral Health Examiner (Psychologist) – VA Disability Evaluations
Pay: $1,300.00 - $1,400.00 per day
Job Type: Part-Time | Contract
Location: Charlottesville, VA
Setting: Examinations are performed at a designated VA evaluation clinic. No private office is required.
Help Serve Those Who Served
Frontera Search is seeking a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PhD or PsyD) to perform behavioral health disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans. This is an examination-only position designed for psychologists seeking a flexible, predictable schedule while making a meaningful impact.
This is not a traditional behavioral health role. There is no psychotherapy, medication management, crisis intervention, or ongoing patient care. Your responsibility is to conduct objective behavioral health evaluations, document your findings, and complete standardized VA disability reports that support Veterans' disability claims.
The examiner does not determine disability ratings or benefits. All disability determinations are made by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Position Details
- Part-Time Contract
- Flexible schedule averaging 2 days per week
- Clinic Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Examinations performed at a designated VA evaluation clinic in Charlottesville, VA
- No private office or clinic ownership required
- Face-to-face evaluations only
- Adult Veteran patient population
- No travel required
- Electronic documentation completed through a secure web-based system
- Start date based upon credentialing completion
What You'll Do
- Review service treatment records, medical records, and supporting documentation before each evaluation
- Conduct comprehensive behavioral health disability evaluations
- Administer and interpret psychological assessments as appropriate
- Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and medical opinions when requested
- Document findings accurately in the electronic medical record system
- Submit completed evaluations within required timelines
- Follow all VA disability examination guidelines and documentation requirements
- Provide a professional, respectful, and compassionate experience for every Veteran
Why Psychologists Choose This Opportunity
- $1,300–$1,400 per day
- Flexible 2 day-per-week schedule
- No therapy sessions or ongoing treatment responsibilities
- No medication management
- No evenings, weekends, or on-call responsibilities
- Predictable clinic workflow with minimal administrative burden
- Dedicated credentialing and recruiter support throughout the assignment
Qualifications
Required
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
- Graduate of an APA-accredited doctoral program
- Completion of an APA-accredited internship
- Active, unrestricted psychologist license
- Ability to perform in-person evaluations at the designated clinic in Charlottesville, VA
- Strong computer proficiency, including EMR documentation
- Excellent communication, documentation, and time management skills
Preferred
- Previous VA Disability Evaluation or Compensation & Pension (C&P) examination experience
- Experience completing Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
- Experience working independently while meeting documentation deadlines
About Frontera Search
Frontera Search Partners connects healthcare professionals with meaningful opportunities nationwide. Our experienced recruiting team provides transparent communication, credentialing assistance, and ongoing support throughout every stage of your assignment.
Apply Today
If you're looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity with excellent compensation, a flexible 2-day-per-week schedule, and the ability to serve our nation's Veterans, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $1,300.00 - $1,400.00 per day
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Do you live within 20 miles of Charlottesville, VA? Please note this is a requirement.
License/Certification:
- Psychology license in VA (Required)
Work Location: In person
