Behavioral Health Examiner – Georgia

Overview

This Behavioral Health Examiner – Georgia opportunity offers a flexible full-time structure in the eastern Georgia region. While the clinic operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the manager’s primary request is coverage for at least two in-person days per week. The remaining days may allow for flexibility depending on provider availability and clinic needs.

The role focuses exclusively on VA disability evaluations for Veterans. There is no therapy panel, no medication management, and no ongoing treatment responsibilities. The work is centered on structured behavioral health assessments, documentation, and timely report submission.

This position is ideal for a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist who prefers a balance of face-to-face evaluations with potential flexibility built into the week.

Position Details

Location: Eastern Georgia region
Facility Type: VA disability exam clinic
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Minimum of 2 in-person days required
• Additional scheduling flexibility may be considered
Start Date: As soon as credentialed
Employment Type: Full-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 timelines

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 meet board-certification or residency standards per specialty requirements
• Ability to provide at least two in-person clinic days weekly
• 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 clarity, responsiveness, and long-term relationships.

You will work directly with a recruiter who communicates expectations upfront, supports you through credentialing, and provides steady updates throughout the onboarding process. We keep communication straightforward and transparent.

Our focus is to make the transition into the clinic smooth so you can concentrate on delivering thorough evaluations.

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 Georgia with a manageable in-person requirement and weekday stability, this Behavioral Health Examiner – Georgia opportunity may align well with your goals.