Behavioral Health Examiner – California

Overview

This Behavioral Health Examiner – California opportunity offers part-time coverage in the South Bay region of Northern California. The clinic is seeking three to four days per week, with the option to consolidate the schedule into one full week per month if preferred.

The role is focused exclusively on VA disability evaluations for Veterans. There is no therapy panel, no medication management, and no ongoing treatment responsibilities. The work centers on conducting structured behavioral health assessments and completing required documentation within defined timelines.

This position is well suited for a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist who wants consistent evaluation-based work while maintaining flexibility in how those days are scheduled.

Position Details

Location: South Bay region of Northern California
Facility Type: VA disability exam clinic
Schedule: 3–4 days per week … option for one week per month
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 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 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 responsiveness and clear communication.

You will work directly with a recruiter who provides straightforward expectations, credentialing support, and consistent updates. We maintain transparency throughout onboarding and remain accessible once you begin seeing Veterans.

Our approach is relationship-driven and organized, allowing you to focus 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 California with scheduling flexibility, this Behavioral Health Examiner – California opportunity may be a strong fit.