Psychologist / Psychiatrist - Behavioral Health Examiner
Compensation
Pay not listed
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the pay range, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
- Behavioral Health Examiner – (C&P Exams)
- Collierville, TN
- Full Time (M, T, TH, F) 10's or 5x8 for Part Time
- Location: In-Person
- Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible
About the Role
We are seeking dedicated Licensed Psychologists and Board-Certified Psychiatrists to perform one-time, non-treatment Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans.
In this role, you will review medical histories, conduct in-person evaluations (with potential telehealth opportunities), and complete electronic Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs). There is no ongoing treatment, therapy, or prescribing involved.
Key Responsibilities
- Review Veteran medical records, service history, and prior exam documentation.
- Conduct non-treatment behavioral health evaluations and complete DBQs/Medical Opinions using an electronic portal.
- Explain the evaluation process to Veterans and accurately capture exam findings.
- Submit completed exam charts within 24–48 hours post-assessment.
- Administer and interpret psychological testing as required.
Qualifications
Psychologists: Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA-accredited program with a focus on adult populations (Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology).
Psychiatrists: MD/DO with Board Certification or completion of a 2-year specialty residency.
Active, unrestricted U.S. state professional license.
- Strong computer proficiency and comfort with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
- Excellent time management, critical thinking, and written communication skills.
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience conducting VA or C&P disability evaluations.
- Strong background in clinical assessment.
Why Apply?
- No Prescribing or Treatment: Focus entirely on clear, objective evaluations.
- Flexible Scheduling: In-person with potential telehealth flexibility.
- Serve Those Who Served: Directly support Veterans in receiving accurate disability determinations.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Psychologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Psychologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 34% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Psychologist median $135k (middle half $114k–$160k)19 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychologist listings in Tennessee | 34 active | 2,053 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 34% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Psychologist listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 9% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Psychologist pay trend | −1.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Pro Med Healthcare Services | silver tier, 76/100 | Top Employers work-life index34 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
Top Psychologist Jobs
34 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution
31 jobs · 27 employersAnnual compensation range
Benefits & Perks
27 jobsShare of similar jobs offering each benefit
Psychologist - 0.8 - Days - BHS - Aspire Program @ LG
El Camino Health · Los Gatos, California
Licensed Psychologist (LP or LLP) - Therapy
Clarity Counseling Center · Wilmington, North Carolina
Psychologist - (Full-time) - Omaha, NE
$156k-$195kPsychologist - (Full-time) - Manhattan, KS
$156k-$195k