Clinical Testing Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) - Flexible Schedule

As a Clinical Testing Psychologist at LifeStance Health, you will be responsible for conducting psychological assessments and evaluations, providing reports, and potentially incorporating psychotherapy into your practice if you choose. You will work primarily in an outpatient setting, helping patients navigate their mental health challenges within a supportive team environment.

To be considered for a Clinical Testing Psychologist role at LifeStance Health, you need a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) from an APA-accredited program and must be fully licensed in North Carolina. While neuropsych training is a plus, it is not mandatory for the position.

Clinical Testing Psychologists at LifeStance Health can earn between $100,000 and $195,000 a year, based on a Fee-For-Service model with uncapped earnings potential. Those utilizing a psychometrist have the opportunity to increase their income further.

LifeStance Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for Clinical Testing Psychologists, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401k plan with matching contributions, paid parental leave, and EAP services. The company prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible work schedules to support clinicians.

At LifeStance Health, we understand the importance of work-life balance and support our Clinical Testing Psychologists with flexible scheduling options. You can set your working hours, and we provide a hybrid model where in-person assessments can be complemented with remote report writing, allowing for a manageable workload.

In answering this question, highlight any specific assessments you have conducted, your understanding of various psychological tests, and how you approach developing evaluations that are tailored to individual patient needs. Provide examples that demonstrate your methodological rigor and empathy.

Emphasize your commitment to professional development—discuss current literature you follow, any workshops or conferences you attend, and how you incorporate new insights into your practice. Mention relevant certifications or continuing education courses you've completed.

Discuss your approach to complex cases, including your assessment methodology, collaboration with other professionals, and how you take a holistic view while understanding cultural and social factors that may affect your patients. Highlight adaptability and critical thinking skills.

Share a specific example where you worked with psychiatrists, therapists, or other healthcare providers, emphasizing your role in a multidisciplinary team. Talk about the outcomes of this collaboration and any patient testimonials or feedback you've received as a result.

Highlight your active listening skills, empathy, and specific techniques such as normalization or validation that help you establish trust with patients. Share experiences where your rapport has positively influenced treatment outcomes.

Discuss your time management strategies and any tools or techniques you use to stay organized. Acknowledge the importance of administrative duties while expressing your commitment to maintaining a quality patient experience.

Explain how you prepare for feedback sessions by ensuring clarity of assessment results and being sensitive to the emotional responses of your patients. Discuss the importance of providing actionable recommendations and support to enhance their therapeutic journey.

Share your theoretical orientation and therapeutic models you incorporate into your practice. Discuss how you adapt your style based on client needs and preferences, ensuring your approach is client-centered and evidence-based.

Address this question by emphasizing your commitment to open and respectful communication. Discuss techniques for addressing disagreements constructively, as well as the importance of validating the patient's feelings while discussing the reasons behind your findings.

Share your thoughts on qualities such as empathy, integrity, adaptability, or critical thinking. Tie your personal experiences and values to your belief about why this quality is essential for successful patient care and team collaboration.