Behavioral Health Examiner, Little Rock

Job Overview
Seeking licensed Psychologist or Psychiatrist to support our Veterans!This is a non-patient care position. This role performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will not treat, you will not prescribe medications. This position will review pertinent medical history documentation and provide one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams for Veterans. The Practitioner will capture responses during the exam through a web-based examination form; all documentation will be completed electronically. The examiner does not make disability determinations; The United States Veterans Administration makes all of the final determinations. This is an in-person positions, telehealth opportunities may present as needed.

Duties

• Completes appropriate Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQ) and Medical Opinions (MO)

through the Electronic Medical Records System (EMR) during the exam and provides necessary documentation to the VA with a full understanding of the Veteran's claimed contention(s)

• Explain the exam process to the veteran and confirm the claimed conditions with the veteran
• Complete the chart and submit the exam within 24-48 hours after the exam is completed
• Flexible schedule allowing exams to be completed in person and potentially telehealth
• Administers and interprets psychological testing as needed
• Follows appropriate and applicable protocol if behavioral health or medical emergencies occur
• Commitment to serving Veterans, including those with service animals, ensuring they are not refused service.
• If telehealth exams are requested:
• Willing to troubleshoot IT issues with veteran
• Ability to navigate in a virtual platform
• Maintain a professional background for virtual appointment

Qualifications

• Must be a psychologist or psychiatrist licensed in at least one state in the United States.
• Psychiatrists or Neurologists must be board certified or must have completed a 2-year residency with either specialty
• Psychologists must obtain a PhD or PsyD with a Major in Psychology; Specialty studies must focus these Chitoused psychas programs are or accepal Psychology (or a combination of
• Psychologists must have graduated from a doctorate or post-doctorate APA-accredited program.
• Demonstrates compassion and professionalism and a commitment to providing excellent service

and care

• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using EMR and platforms
• Skilled in professional communication, critical thinking, and informed-care decision-making
• Works independently and can manage time in order to provide a quality service while meeting set requirements

This Behavioral Specialist position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing behavioral challenges while working within a supportive team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58.00 - $60.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Location:

• Little Rock, AR 72204 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Little Rock, AR 72204 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Little Rock, AR 72204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58 - $61