Mental Health Reviewing Consultant (Bid)

Job Listing ID:

4490293

Job Title:

Mental Health Reviewing Consultant (Bid)

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Salem

Date Posted:

05/12/2026

Hours Worked Per Week:

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Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

The Mental Health Reviewing Consultant provides expert psychiatric and forensic review services for law enforcement and federal hiring processes. This role evaluates psychological and Fitness for Duty Evaluation (FFDE) case files, applies clinical and forensic expertise, and delivers clear, evidence-based written recommendations in alignment with OPM standards and program requirements. Per contact requirements, this position is open only to U.S. citizens. Please note that this position is contingent upon bid award

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

As a physician consultant, access a secure portal to retrieve and work clinical cases; review each set of case records for the clinical history, diagnoses, current symptomatology, and current requested treatment(s). Research patient records for any relevant information consistent with the requested treatment(s) to obtain an accurate clinical picture of the status of the condition(s) present. Access the online version of the evidence-based state guidelines to decide which guideline pertains to the requested treatment, and then determine if there are associated criteria or circumstances when the requested medical treatment is appropriate. Analyse and compare the guideline to the pertinent case records to determine if the case meets, or does not meet, the criteria for the requested treatment. In cases where no state guideline pertains to the requested treatment, the physician must research for other approved secondary sources of peer-reviewed literature to support the decision, and then review and interpret that scientific literature to determine if it supports, or doesn't support, the requested treatment in that respective case. After completing all research, the physician must write a case rationale in the correct format that introduces the question at hand, summarizes the correct guideline, analyses the pertinent case details related to the guideline, and then make a final determination as to the medical necessity of the requested service.

• Perform comprehensive psychiatric and mental health consultations related to law enforcement psychological and Fitness for Duty Evaluation (FFDE) case reviews.

Review psychological and psychiatric records to assess mental health conditions, risk factors, and suitability for law enforcement or federal positions. Provide independent, objective, and evidence-based written recommendations following each case review. Apply expert knowledge of forensic psychiatry and law enforcement hiring protocols to ensure accurate and defensible assessments. Utilize understanding of Office of Personnel Management (OPM) hiring policies and federal personnel frameworks when evaluating cases. Maintain thorough and confidential documentation in accordance with agency, legal, and ethical requirements. Collaborate with internal program staff and stakeholders to ensure timely submission and clarity of findings. Stay current with best practices, clinical standards, and federal regulations relevant to psychological screening and Fitness for Duty Evaluation (FFDE) processes. Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 12 years of experience required. Must be an MD or DO with an active license to practice medicine with no disciplinary history.
• Current, active, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Board certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN), maintained in good standing.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience demonstrating: o Expertise in forensic law enforcement hiring and screening processes.

o Knowledge of Office o...

Job Classification:

Mental Health Counselors Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and more. Compensation

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