Clinical Testing Psychologist (PhD, PsyD) - job 3 of 17

As a Clinical Testing Psychologist at LifeStance Health, you will perform testing intakes, design assessment batteries, administer neuropsychological measures, and interpret assessment data. Additionally, you will provide crucial feedback sessions to clients, clarify diagnoses, document findings, and develop tailored treatment plans. The role also includes collaboration with other mental health professionals, enriching your practice and fostering interdisciplinary care.

Candidates for the Clinical Testing Psychologist position at LifeStance Health should have a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA accredited doctoral program. Furthermore, prospective psychologists must be board certified or board eligible and fully licensed to practice in Indiana to ensure compliance and uphold clinical excellence.

LifeStance Health provides a collegial atmosphere that emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care. As a Clinical Testing Psychologist, you will work in newly designed, modern offices equipped with the latest technology. Enjoy a fully outpatient work environment with no nights, weekends, or hospital call responsibilities, allowing for a balanced professional life.

At LifeStance Health, clinical psychologists are offered flexible, full-time work schedules. You can set your own hours to accommodate your lifestyle while performing hybrid work through onsite testing and remote report writing. This flexibility is a cornerstone of our commitment to fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Clinical Testing Psychologists at LifeStance Health enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life coverage, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid parental leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Our focus on your well-being extends to offering competitive salaries that reflect your valuable role within our clinical team.

When responding to this question, highlight specific assessments you have conducted and the populations you have served. Share your process for planning assessment batteries, administering tests, and interpreting results, which illustrates your competence as a Clinical Testing Psychologist.

In your answer, provide examples of how you’ve worked with other professionals, detailing the importance of interdisciplinary care. Discuss your approach to communication and teamwork, emphasizing how this contributes to better patient outcomes.

Focus on your strategies for delivering feedback, ensuring it is clear, compassionate, and constructive. Discuss how you maintain a supportive environment and your methods for addressing client questions and concerns following feedback.

Mention the professional organizations you are a part of, any conferences you attend, and relevant literature you read. This demonstrates your commitment to continuing education and staying informed about advancements in the field of psychology.

Highlight your analytical skills and ethical considerations. Discuss how you gather comprehensive information, collaborate with colleagues, seek second opinions if necessary, and develop a nuanced understanding before creating a treatment plan.

Explain the importance of attention to detail, using organized methodologies for testing and interpreting data, and your process for reviewing your documents meticulously before submission. Accuracy is key in psychological assessments, so convey how you prioritize this aspect of your work.

Provide insight into your time management skills, discussing how you plan sessions, allocate time for each part of the evaluation, and ensure you have adequate time for follow-up discussions with clients. This shows your organizational skills and commitment to thoroughness.

Discuss your interpersonal skills, emphasizing empathy, active listening, and your strategies for creating a comfortable environment. Building rapport is crucial for effective client assessments, and your answer should reflect your understanding of its importance.

Mention key ethical principles such as confidentiality, informed consent, and integrity in reporting. Explain how you apply these principles in practice, ensuring safe and responsible treatment delivery for clients.

Share a specific example that illustrates the positive impact your work has had on a client’s life. Focus on the assessment process, how the results influenced the client's treatment or development, and the sense of fulfillment this brings to you as a psychologist.