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Bakersfield, California · Hybrid

Psychologist -Behavioral Health

Psychologist 8.4 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsContract

Listed compensation

$150-$160/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

This on-site, contract position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment within the medical practice industry, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the mental well-being of our clients.

As a Psychologist, you will assess, diagnose, and treat various behavioral and mental health issues, providing tailored therapy to meet individual client needs. Your expertise will contribute significantly to the health of our community, helping individuals navigate their challenges and improve their quality of life.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations of clients

Develop and Implement Individualized Treatment Plans

  • Provide therapy sessions in various formats (individual, group, etc.)
  • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
  • Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
  • Stay informed on best practices and advancements in behavioral health

Requirements

Position Overview: Psychologist - Specializing in Adult ASD/ADHD Assessment

Contract Duration

Immediate availability for a 6-month period

Work Environment

Hybrid model, incorporating both in-clinic and virtual settings (expected onsite 2-3 days weekly for assessment, with 2 days allocated for remote documentation and review, once the candidate is familiar with procedures)

Core Responsibilities

Conducting comprehensive assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in adult populations. The role includes the preparation of detailed written assessment reports following evaluations.

Patient Volume

Approximately 5 assessments weekly, each requiring about 4 hours of direct testing, followed by an additional 4 hours dedicated to report writing and documentation.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

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On-Call Duties

None required

Electronic Medical Record System

EPIC

Required Qualifications

Board Certified Psychologist

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Psychological AssessmentASD AssessmentTreatment PlanningIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyEvidence-Based InterventionsPatient DocumentationEpic EMRClinical Evaluation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Psychologist -Behavioral Health at Rinvio Recruitment a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Psychology — ranked against 1,745 active Psychology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.

Psychologist Career Context

In California, the Psychology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$140k (193 salary observations; 425 listings), vs ~$124k nationally (1,728 salary observations; 4,915 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 28% have no call, 68% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$322k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $291k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks38 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
37%
Loan repayment
11%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 8.4
Better work-life than 80% of Psychology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,745 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • Hybrid
  • Remote