VES Psychology Examiner in Charleston, SC

INTRODUCTION
Veterans Evaluation Services, a Maximus Company, supports the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in its mission to provide Veterans and transitioning service members with the benefits they have earned through their service to our country. We provide high-quality, timely reports through fair and objective evaluations performed by trained professionals in a respectful and hospitable environment.

SCOPE
As a psychology examiner you will be conducting psychological exams and completing applicable disability benefits questionnaires (DBQs). DBQs help collect necessary medical information so that the VA may process a Veteran’s disability claims.

Location Requirements, If Conducting Exams At Office 
Charleston, SC – Hours: 1 day a week – We have an office to utilize

• Address clearly displayed
• Dedicated handicap parking spots that can accommodate wheelchair access
• Wheelchair accessible entrance
• Exits free of obstacles
• Elevator available if stairs are present
• Staff to greet and guide veteran in and out of exam room
• Office is clean and maintained
• Flooring that is safe/free of tripping hazards
• Furniture in good condition
• Bathroom must be wheelchair accessible
• Grab bars securely installed
• Sprinkler system or smoke alarm that is functional and maintained
• Fire extinguishers must be 10lbs and ABD rated; functional and maintained
• Exam room must be wheelchair accessible and private
• If applicable, exam table must be sturdy and accessible to all
  veterans. Exam table with adjust able height preferred.
• Disposable exam table paper, must not be re-used
• If applicable, medical supplies must be hygienically stored and not re-used:
  • Bandages
  • Antiseptic wipes
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Cotton swabs
  • Tongue Depressors
  • Gauze
  • Paper towels
  • Tissue
  • First aid kit
  • Body fluid clean-up kit
  • Biohazard container

Psychology Requirements

• Doctorate degree from a college or university accredited by American Psychological Association (APA).
  or
  Doctorate degree from a recognized college of medicine with completion of an accredited residency in Psychiatry.
• Active state license in good standing
• Malpractice insurance
• Computer, reliable internet

Tests/Exams

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Mental Disorder
• Eating Disorder
• Neuropsychological Testing

ONBOARDING OVERVIEW

Applying

• Interview with recruiter to discuss scope of work and requirements
• An application will be sent to your email

Credentialing-
Gather and submit the following:

• Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
• Malpractice insurance
• Completed W9
• Photos, see examples below:
  • Office exterior and interior (e.g., parking, entrance, waiting room, exam room)
  • Bathroom with grab bars
  • Fire extinguisher tag – inspected within a year

Contracting

• Upon successful credentialing, a contract will be emailed. During this stage, VES will obtain your banking information for payment and you may elect to enroll in electronic payments

VA Training

• As a psychology examiner, you must complete VA training courses, estimated at 14 hours. Upon completion, you will be certified for 5 years

VES Training

• This training covers VES systems, conducting exams, and completing DBQs, estimated at 3 hours.

Have Questions or Need Support?
Contact your VES recruiter directly or email credentialing@vesservices.com