Overview

Two established clinic days define this Behavioral Health Examiner – Milwaukee, WI opening: Tuesday and Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., on a part-time schedule. The assignment supports Optum Serve’s Veterans Benefits Administration Medical Disability Examination contract through one-time behavioral health disability assessments for Veterans.

Careful record review, a respectful examination, and a clear written report form the core of this work. You will document clinical findings for the Department of Veterans Affairs to use in its disability review. The examiner does not make disability award determinations; those decisions remain with the VA.

This is an in-person assessment assignment without treatment or medication prescribing. The Milwaukee opening does not require travel. Its fixed Tuesday and Friday schedule provides two defined examination days rather than an ongoing therapy caseload.

Position Details

• Location: 5007 South Howell Avenue, Suite 120, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207.
• Schedule: Part time, every Tuesday and Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Work setting: In person.
• Pay: $550–$600 per day.
• Patient population: Veterans undergoing disability evaluations.
• Clinical scope: One-time, non-treatment behavioral health examinations.
• Travel: Not required.

Responsibilities

• Explain the examination process and confirm the Veteran’s claimed conditions before proceeding with the assessment.
• Read the examination order, including requested opinions, remarks, questions, and directions. Review relevant medical history, service records, and previous examinations.
• Conduct behavioral health disability assessments and administer and interpret psychological testing when needed.
• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires and requested medical opinions in the electronic medical record system, with attention to the specific conditions under review.
• Document examination findings electronically and complete and submit the chart within 24–48 hours after the examination.
• Analyze relevant VA medical records and medical literature when preparing assessment findings and opinions.
• Follow applicable protocols if a behavioral health or medical emergency occurs. Serve Veterans respectfully, including those accompanied by service animals.
• Coordinate with onsite and remote staff while managing examination and documentation deadlines independently.

Qualifications

Required

• Psychologist or psychiatrist licensed in at least one U.S. state.
• For psychologists: PhD or PsyD with a major in Psychology and adult-focused specialty studies, such as Clinical, Counseling, or School Psychology, or a combination. Child-focused psychology programs do not meet the client’s stated requirement.
• For psychologists: Graduation from a doctorate or post-doctorate APA-accredited program.
• For psychiatrists: Board certification or completion of a two-year residency in the specialty, as specified by the client.
• Availability for the stated Tuesday and Friday examination schedule in Milwaukee.
• Compassion, professionalism, clear communication, critical thinking, and informed-care decision-making.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, electronic medical records, and examination platforms.
• Ability to work independently, organize time, and deliver complete documentation within required deadlines.

Preferred

• Prior clinical-setting experience.
• Prior VA or Compensation and Pension examination experience.

Why Clinicians Choose This Role

• Two specified weekday clinic days with established start and finish times.
• An examination-focused assignment serving Veterans.
• In-person work at the Milwaukee address without travel between locations.
• Clinical assessment and report preparation without an ongoing treatment panel.

Application Process

Submit your resume and completed screening form for consideration. Include your credentials, availability, earliest start date, and interview availability so the recruiting team can review your background against the client’s requirements and the Tuesday and Friday schedule.