Travel Psychologist

Explore opportunities with Logistics Health Incorporated (LHI), part of the Optum family of business. We’re dedicated to simplifying the logistics of complex workforce health programs with cost-effective solutions and a seamless distribution process. With offices in La Crosse, Wis., a satellite office in Chicago and remote employees throughout the country, we have a variety of rewarding career opportunities for you. Elevate your career as you help us create a healthier tomorrow for everyone and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

OptumServe is committed to spark the transformation that's possible in all of us. We're dedicated to offering truly groundbreaking provider networks to provide our veterans access to timely healthcare they deserve. As a Travel Psychologist, you will be an integral part of a multidisciplinary Medical Disability Exam Travel Team conducting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Compensation and Pension (C&P) examinations on a mobile unit that provides general medicine, audiology, and behavioral health disability examination services to veterans and active duty military members across the country. You will assess and diagnose a wide variety of mental health conditions through in-person and occasional telehealth exams.

This is a full-time, W-2 position requiring nationwide travel on an every-other-week basis to clinics, correctional facilities, assisted living communities, nursing homes, private residences, and mobile unit locations to conduct C&P examinations. During non-travel weeks, you will work from your home office, completing Medical Opinion-only requests, conducting telehealth examinations, and performing in-person exams for homebound Veterans residing within driving distance of your home.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Conduct thorough Mental Health C&P evaluations and medical opinions in accordance with VA guidelines
• Review medical records and provide objective, evidence-based assessments
• Complete standardized documentation and submit timely reports
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams when necessary
• Act as a resource and communicate with internal entities about the VA contract
• Assist the Senior and Deputy Medical Directors as a Subject Matter Expert on Mental Health DBQs and engage operations in issue resolution
• Back up the VA Mental Health Lead as needed
• Other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications: 

• PhD or PsyD in clinical psychology from an APA accredited program
• Active, unrestricted Psychologist license in any state
• Experience identifying and diagnosing the full array of mental health disorders with a solid emphasis in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy and productivity
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and manage time effectively
• Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to different workspaces and environments including mobile clinics, pop-up events, telehealth exams, personal residences, or correctional facilities
• Access to high-speed internet and a dedicated work space at home to work remotely when not traveling
• Available to travel throughout the U.S. at least 60%25 of the time
• Valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to conduct in-person exams within driving distance of your home

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Active VA C&P Examiner Certification
• 1+ years of experience conducting Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) C&P Mental Health exams through VA or a VA contractor
• Military and/or veteran healthcare experience
• Experience using electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Experience in roles requiring frequent travel
• Demonstrated knowledge of VA quality and timeliness measures
• Proven solid clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Proven excellent written and verbal communication skills

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.