Location & Practice Overview

This in-person Clinical Psychologist role is based in Augusta, Georgia, within a focused independent medical examination practice supporting the VA disability benefits process.

Practice Type Independent medical examination provider
Care Setting On-site assessment location
Geographic Context Augusta, Georgia metropolitan area
Service Model VA disability examination support

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive in-person disability assessments for U.S. Veterans
  • Review and analyze behavioral health records through a secure web portal
  • Document examination findings accurately and complete required VA forms
  • Prepare objective clinical documentation to support the VA benefits process

The psychologist focuses exclusively on evaluation and documentation; no treatment or medication management is performed, and final disability determinations remain with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must meet core doctoral and licensure standards for independent psychological practice.

Degree
Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA-accredited program
License
Active, unrestricted Psychology license
Technical Proficiency
Comfort using web portals for record review and documentation
Professional Approach
Ability to complete structured assessments with analytical precision and empathy

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is structured as an annual salary commensurate with experience, accompanied by core benefits and coverage support.

  • Salary: $110,000–$130,000 per year
  • Health insurance available
  • 401(k) benefits available
  • Malpractice insurance covered by MRG
  • Training and ongoing clinical support provided

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time
Days & Hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Call Requirements None
Work Mode Fully in-person
Equipment Computer and documentation tools supplied

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The role centers on adult U.S. Veterans presenting for structured disability evaluations rather than ongoing clinical care.

Population U.S. Veterans seeking disability benefits
Encounter Type One-time comprehensive disability assessment
Clinical Context Behavioral health record review and in-person evaluation
Daily Volume Average of four Veterans per day

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The professional core of this position is objective psychological evaluation for the VA disability benefits process, without treatment or prescribing.

Primary Service Veteran disability psychological assessments
Documentation Focus Completion of required VA examination forms and findings
Record Integration Electronic behavioral health record analysis
Clinical Scope Assessment-only evaluation supporting benefits determinations

Role Highlights

This position differs from traditional clinical psychology roles through its exclusive focus on structured disability evaluations and predictable non-treatment workflow.

  • Assessment-only model with no treatment or prescribing responsibilities
  • Structured daily caseload of approximately four Veterans
  • Predictable weekday schedule without on-call obligations
  • Direct contribution to the VA disability benefits evaluation process

About MRG Exams

MRG Exams is a privately held provider of independent medical examinations founded in 1998 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio. The organization specializes in disability, impairment, workers’ compensation, and Veterans Administration examinations, managing the full exam process from scheduling through final report delivery.

Founded 1998
Headquarters Westlake, Ohio
Focus Areas Independent medical exams, disability and impairment evaluations, VA disability assessments
Service Model End-to-end exam process management nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this role involve providing therapy or medication management?
No. The position is limited to disability assessments and related documentation. Treatment and prescribing are not part of the scope of work.
Who makes the final disability rating decisions?
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs makes all disability determinations. The psychologist’s role is to complete objective assessments and required forms that the VA uses as part of its process.
Is the daily caseload fixed or flexible?
The typical volume is an average of four Veterans per day, supporting a structured and predictable workflow within the standard weekday hours.
Are tools and technology provided for documentation?
Yes. A computer and all necessary tools for electronic record review and form completion are supplied by the employer.
Is prior VA Compensation & Pension experience required?
The posting does not list prior C&P experience as a requirement. Training and ongoing support are provided for clinicians meeting the doctoral and licensure criteria.
Is this position suitable for psychologists seeking a non-treatment focused schedule?
Yes. The role is structured around assessment and documentation only, with fixed weekday hours and no on-call duties, which can appeal to clinicians preferring a predictable, non-treatment clinical day.

Clinical Psychologist in Augusta, GA

This full-time Clinical Psychologist position in Augusta, Georgia, centers on in-person disability assessments for U.S. Veterans as part of the VA benefits process. The psychologist reviews behavioral health records electronically, conducts comprehensive evaluations, and completes required VA documentation without providing treatment or prescribing medication. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with an average caseload of four Veterans daily and no on-call expectations. Candidates need a Ph.D. or Psy.D. from an APA-accredited program and an active unrestricted psychology license, along with comfort using secure web portals for record review and form completion. Compensation ranges from $110,000 to $130,000 per year, with health insurance and 401(k) options available and malpractice coverage provided. MRG Exams, established in 1998 and based in Westlake, Ohio, specializes in independent medical examinations for disability, impairment, workers’ compensation, and Veterans Administration cases. The role offers a structured assessment-only workflow that supports the VA determination process while maintaining predictable weekday hours and employer-supplied documentation tools.

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