CONSULTATIVE EXAMINER

• PSYCHIATRIC / PSYCHOLOGICAL

EVALUATIONS LOCATION

Washington, DC

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time / Part-time /

Fee-for-Service SALARY:

$130,000

• $220,000+/year We are hiring licensed psychologists and psychiatrists to conduct comprehensive psychiatric and psychological consultative examinations for Social Security disability claimants with mental health impairments.

You will perform diagnostic interviews, administer standardized psychological testing, and provide expert clinical opinions on functional limitations. This meaningful work directly impacts individuals' access to critical support and benefits. Flexible scheduling with in-person and telehealth options. All administrative scheduling and record management handled by our office.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive face-to-face or telehealth psychiatric/psychological evaluations
• Perform diagnostic interviews with standardized assessment instruments
• Administer and interpret psychological testing (IQ, personality, functional capacity, cognitive screening)
• Assess functional limitations: understand, remember, concentrate, interact socially, handle stress, maintain work attendance
• Schedule appointments within 14 calendar days of referral
• Complete Consultative Examination Reports within 10 calendar days (14 days if Friday/holiday)
• Include mental status examination, clinical observations, diagnostic impressions, test results, DSM diagnosis
• Evaluate consistency between reported symptoms, observed behavior, and test findings
• Report all appointment status (kept, broken, cancelled) within 24 hours
• Base all clinical opinions on objective test results and standardized instruments

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed Psychologist (Ph.

D., Psy.

D., or

M.D./D.O.

with psychiatry residency) with valid DC mental health license

• Master's minimum for technician roles; Doctorate required for independent exam authority
• Minimum 5 years post-graduate clinical experience in mental health assessment
• Proficiency with standardized psychological testing instruments (WAIS, MMPI-2, personality tests, functional capacity assessments)
• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and disability determination standards
• Strong assessment and report writing skills
• Current professional liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Disability determination program experience (Social Security, workers' compensation)
• Independent psychological or psychiatric examination (IME) experience
• Familiarity with SSA Listing of Impairments for mental disorders
• Forensic psychological evaluation or disability assessment training
• Experience with diverse populations (homeless, criminal justice-involved, substance use disorder)
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish preferred)

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive exam rates: $220
• 320 per exam; $350
• 500+ for complex/multi-test evaluations
• Professional liability insurance accepted as requirement
• Full scheduling, administrative, and record management support
• In-person and telehealth flexibility
• No patient payment collection responsibility
• CME/CE support available

Pay:

$65.00

• $90.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Parental leave

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20012