Testing Psychologist - Contract (1099) - New Mexico
Lyra Health
Summary
Lyra is committed to addressing urgent and costly mental health needs with specialized support where it's needed most. Our Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity offers neuropsychological and psychological assessments, diagnosis, and tailored care for ADHD, and support for autism and learning differences. We are looking for contract Testing Psychologists who are passionate about whole-person, whole-family mental health care. The Testing Psychologist will perform comprehensive intake interviews and psychological assessments to support diagnostic clarity, treatment planning, and intervention strategies for children, adolescents, and adults. This role focuses on addressing behavioral health complexities, providing actionable insights through psychoeducational and psychological evaluations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to optimize outcomes.
Job description
About the Role
Lyra is committed to addressing urgent and costly mental health needs with specialized support where it's needed most. Our Center of Excellence for Neurodiversity offers neuropsychological and psychological assessments, diagnosis, and tailored care for ADHD, and support for autism and learning differences. We are looking for contract Testing Psychologists who are passionate about whole-person, whole-family mental health care. The Testing Psychologist will perform comprehensive intake interviews and psychological assessments to support diagnostic clarity, treatment planning, and intervention strategies for children, adolescents, and adults. This role focuses on addressing behavioral health complexities, providing actionable insights through psychoeducational and psychological evaluations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to optimize outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with patients of all ages is preferred, as well as their families, by providing intake interviews and psychological evaluations
- Administer, interpret, and integrate a wide variety of psychological test batteries, focusing on cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and academic functioning
- Provide clear, evidence-based diagnostic impressions and actionable recommendations tailored to the individual's needs
- Collaborate and review work with psychometrists and psychometrist assistants, overseeing test administration, scoring, and ensuring quality control
- Deliver compassionate feedback through feedback videos and live sessions to communicate findings and recommendations
- Maintain a detail-oriented, process-focused approach to ensure the accuracy of testing data and comprehensive reporting
- Utilize telehealth platforms effectively for remote assessments, including adapting testing strategies for virtual delivery
- Conduct intake interviews, testing sessions, and live feedback sessions, delivered virtually or in person, as indicated
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an American Psychological Association or Canadian Psychological Association accredited program
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist in at least one state
- PSYPACT authorized or PSYPACT eligible preferred
- 3+ years of experience in psychological assessments with children, adolescents, or adults
- Familiarity with evaluating complex behavioral health needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma)
- Expertise in psychological and psychoeducational assessment tools (e.g., BASC, Conners, WAIS, WISC)
- Effective therapeutic communication skills
- Proficiency with telehealth platforms and remote testing tools
- Experience conducting testing virtually
- Ability to deliver care virtually or in person and within your own office space
- Candidates must successfully pass a background check for this opportunity
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD) from an APA- or CPA-accredited program
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist in at least one state
- PSYPACT authorized or PSYPACT eligible preferred
- 3+ years of experience in psychological assessments with children, adolescents, or adults
- Familiarity with evaluating complex behavioral health needs (e.g., ASD, ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma)
- Expertise in psychological and psychoeducational assessment tools (e.g., BASC, Conners, WAIS, WISC)
- Effective therapeutic communication skills
- Proficiency with telehealth platforms and remote testing tools
- Experience conducting testing virtually
- Ability to deliver care virtually or in person and within your own office space
- Candidates must successfully pass a background check
Benefits
- Compatible Client Referrals
- Psychometrist Support
- Flexible Schedule
- No Minimum Hours Requirement
- Paperless Billing
- Quick Payment Turnaround
- 24/7 Care Navigation Support
- Continuing Education Courses
- Technology and Administrative Support
- Testing Supplies
Company overview
Lyra Health is a leading digital mental health company that provides AI-powered workforce mental health benefits to employers globally. Founded in 2015 by David Ebersman, former CFO of Meta, Lyra Health has transformed access to evidence-based mental health care through its innovative technology platform. The company serves over 20 million people worldwide through partnerships with more than 300 leading organizations including Meta, Pinterest, Starbucks, and Salesforce. Lyra's platform utilizes advanced AI algorithms to match individuals with specialized mental health providers from its exclusive network, offering personalized care options ranging from therapy and coaching to medication management and complex care services. The company has raised over $915 million in funding, achieving a valuation of $5.58 billion, and employs between 1,001-5,000 professionals. Lyra Health's evidence-based approach has been validated through peer-reviewed research demonstrating that participants recover twice as fast and experience significant reductions in overall healthcare costs. The company continues to expand its services globally while maintaining a strong commitment to clinical quality and measurable outcomes in mental health care delivery.