Psychiatric - Mental Health Physician

Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) or PsychiatristCompensation & Pension (C&P) Behavioral Health ExamsLocation: North Charleston, SCSchedule: Monday Friday Full-Time Face-to-FaceContract Length: 12 Months (Extension Available)Compensation:Excellent Hourly Rate 1099 ContractShe Recruits is partnering with a federal contractor to identify a Psychologist (PhD/PsyD) or Psychiatrist to conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) behavioral health exams for our nation s Veterans in Augusta, Georgia.This is a structured, evaluation-only role supporting the Veterans Benefits Administration. If you are seeking meaningful, mission-driven work without ongoing therapy panels, medication management, or call, this opportunity offers a focused clinical model with predictable weekday hours.About the RoleIn this position, you will perform comprehensive, one-time behavioral health evaluations to assist the VA in determining disability claims.You will not:Assign disability ratingsDevelop treatment plansPrescribe medicationsProvide ongoing psychotherapyYour role is to objectively assess and document findings. Final disability determinations are made by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.Clinical ScopeBehavioral health exams are scheduled for 90+ minutes to allow for comprehensive evaluation of conditions such as:PTSDDepressionAnxiety disordersEating disordersYou will:Review Veterans medical and mental health history prior to the appointmentConduct structured, face-to-face evaluationsComplete electronic Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)Submit documentation within 48 hoursDocumentation is completed through a guided web-based Provider Portal. Dedicated administrative time is built into the schedule for dictation and documentation to preserve interview flow and clinical integrity.All documentation is reviewed for compliance and clarity before submission to the VA.Structure & EnvironmentFull-time, Monday Friday scheduleFace-to-face evaluations at a dedicated facilityHigh Veteran population and consistent volumeStructured exam templatesAdministrative support and compliance reviewQualificationsPhD or PsyD from an APA-accredited doctoral programORMD/DO Board Certified or Board Eligible in PsychiatryActive, unrestricted South Carolina licenseAbility to work independentlyStrong clinical assessment and documentation skillsBasic computer proficiencyVA or C&P experience preferred but not required. Module training is provided.Why This Opportunity Stands OutFocused behavioral health evaluations onlyNo therapy panels or medication managementPredictable weekday scheduleDedicated documentation timeCompetitive top-tier hourly compensation