Behavioral Health Examiner – Alabama

Overview

This Behavioral Health Examiner – Alabama opportunity offers part-time coverage in the northern Alabama region. The clinic is seeking three days per week, with the possibility of structuring the schedule as a single block each month if preferred.

The role is dedicated to VA disability evaluations for Veterans. This is not a treatment position. There is no therapy panel, no medication management, and no ongoing care responsibilities. The work is focused on conducting structured psychological evaluations, completing required documentation, and submitting reports within established timelines.

This position is well suited for a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist seeking consistent, meaningful clinical work with scheduling flexibility and a defined scope of responsibility.

Position Details

Location: Northern Alabama region
Facility Type: VA disability exam clinic
Schedule: 3 days per week … block scheduling (one trip per month) may be considered
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Employment Type: Part-time
Patient Population: U.S. Veterans undergoing disability evaluations

Responsibilities

• Review service treatment records and relevant medical history
• Conduct in-person behavioral health evaluations
• Administer and interpret psychological testing as required
• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
• Provide medical opinions when requested
• Document findings in a secure electronic system
• Submit completed evaluations within required timeframes

Qualifications

Required:
• Licensed psychologist (PhD or PsyD) or psychiatrist (MD/DO)
• Active, unrestricted state license required (any U.S. state license accepted under contract guidelines)
• Psychologists must have graduated from an APA-accredited doctoral program
• Psychiatrists must be board-certified or residency-trained per specialty standards
• Ability to work independently and meet documentation deadlines

Preferred:
• Prior VA or C&P examination experience

What to Expect Working With Frontera

Frontera is a boutique healthcare staffing firm built on direct communication and steady support.

You will work with a recruiter who provides clear expectations, transparent timelines, and credentialing guidance. We stay engaged throughout onboarding and remain accessible once you begin seeing Veterans.

Our approach is relationship-driven and straightforward … no unnecessary complexity.

Application Process

• Submit your application online
• If aligned, a recruiter contacts you for an initial screening
• Your profile is presented directly to the facility
• You interview with the hiring team
• Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement
• Start date is confirmed once cleared

If you are seeking structured behavioral health evaluation work in Alabama without ongoing treatment responsibilities, this Behavioral Health Examiner – Alabama opportunity may align well with your schedule and professional goals.