Licensed Psychologist – Flexible Hours - Houston, TX (1099)
Listed compensation
$80-$90/hr
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Job Description
Licensed Psychologist — Houston, TX (Independent Contractor / 1099)
$80–$90 per Exam | Hybrid | Evaluations Only | No Therapy | No On-Call
The IMA Group is seeking a Licensed Psychologist in Houston to conduct psychological disability evaluations as an independent contractor, in a hybrid setting. This is a diagnostic, assessment-only role — no therapy, no treatment plans, no ongoing patient management.
Why Psychologists Contract with IMA
- $80–$90 per exam
- Hybrid flexibility — split time between in-office and remote work
- Take on as many or as few evaluations as you like, no minimum commitment
- No evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts
- Strong administrative and tech support, with a streamlined electronic reporting system
- Focused, evaluation-only practice — no caseloads to manage
What You'll Do
- Conduct psychological disability evaluations, including MSEs and psychological testing
- Assess cognitive, emotional, and functional abilities relevant to disability determinations
- Complete electronic reports using IMA's documentation system
What You'll Need
Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology
- Active Texas Psychologist license
- Experience administering and interpreting psychological assessments
- Ability to evaluate patients ages 4 and up
- Apply today for a flexible, hybrid role with true independence.
- The IMA Group is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
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Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychological disability evaluations, including mental status exams and psychological testing. Complete electronic reports using the company's documentation system.
Requirements
Requires a Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Psychology and an active Texas Psychologist license. Must have experience administering and interpreting psychological assessments for patients ages 4 and up.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Psychologist – Flexible Hours - Houston, TX (1099) at IMA Group a 9.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Psychology — ranked against 1,710 active Psychology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.
Psychologist Career Context
IMA Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 78/100, 153 active listings.
Of the 40 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% are remote, 25% have no call, 55% require no weekends — this position is remote.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 9.1 / 10 · top 5% in psychology | ranked against 1,710 Psychology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $166k–$187k | Psychology median $125k (middle half $114k–$148k)129 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$182k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychology listings in Texas | 114 active | 1,787 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 43% remote · 25% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas Psychologist listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus · 10% offer loan repayment121 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Psychology listings | 641 in the last 30 days | 343 the 30 days before (+87%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Psychology pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| IMA Group | silver tier, 78/100 | Top Employers work-life index153 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$177k midpoint, that is roughly $7k–$12k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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