Mental Health Court Evaluator/Program Therapist

This Clinical Psychology position at South Sound Behavioral Hospital is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This position is based in Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical assessment, Crisis intervention, Family therapy, Group therapy, Expert witness testimony, Social work, Mental health evaluation, Involuntary commitment proceedings. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The evaluator represents the hospital in involuntary commitment proceedings and provides expert witness testimony in court. Additionally, the therapist provides clinical social work services, including crisis intervention and family therapy to support patient emotional health.