Location & Practice Overview

This full-time position is based in El Paso, Texas, within the CMS BH department of Commonwealth Medical Services. The setting centers on independent medical examination operations supporting Veterans’ disability claims rather than a traditional outpatient mental health clinic.

City & State El Paso, Texas
Department CMS BH
Practice Type Independent medical examination services
Care Setting Structured assessment environment with employer-provided office space and technology
Organizational Context Practitioner-owned healthcare services organization focused on examination operations

Responsibilities

  • Conduct one-time psychological assessments for Veterans participating in the disability claims process
  • Review available medical and supporting records relevant to each assessment
  • Complete required assessment documentation electronically through the employer’s secure platform
  • Maintain accurate and professionally appropriate electronic assessment records
  • Participate in employer-provided training and clinical support related to the assessment workflow

The role centers exclusively on assessment activities and documentation. The psychologist does not provide psychotherapy, perform treatment procedures, diagnose for treatment purposes, prescribe medications, handle medical billing, calculate disability percentages, or manage appointment scheduling.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold a current professional license that qualifies them to practice as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Texas and meet all applicable state licensing requirements.

Licensure
Current Texas Licensed Clinical Psychologist license
Education
Qualifying doctoral degree in psychology as required for Texas licensure
Core Skills
Ability to conduct professional psychological assessments and accurately complete electronic documentation
Experience
No minimum years of experience required; new graduates with full licensure and experienced psychologists are both welcomed
Technology
Ability to use the employer-provided secure electronic assessment platform

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is structured as a guaranteed daily rate rather than payment tied to individual assessment volume.

  • Guaranteed daily rate of $450–$600
  • W-2 employment classification
  • Accrued paid time off
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options available to eligible employees

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time, W-2
Workdays Monday through Friday
Hours 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Shifts No nights, weekends, or holiday shifts
Appointment Model Appointments arranged by the employer; no walk-ins accepted
Daily Volume Approximately 1–3 Veterans per day

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The psychologist evaluates U.S. Veterans who are engaged in the disability claims process. Encounters are one-time assessment appointments rather than ongoing treatment relationships.

Population U.S. Veterans
Encounter Type One-time psychological assessments
Clinical Context Disability claims process support
Relationship Model No continuing care or treatment caseload

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The clinical work consists of structured psychological evaluations performed solely to generate professional information for Veterans’ disability claims. Documentation is completed on a secure electronic platform supplied by the employer.

Primary Focus One-time psychological assessments for disability claims
Documentation Electronic evaluation reports via employer secure platform
Record Review Review of medical and supporting records relevant to the claim
Scope Limitation Assessment and documentation only; no treatment or ongoing care

Role Highlights

This Licensed Clinical Psychologist position offers a specialized assessment-based practice within the Veterans disability evaluation system. Unlike conventional clinical psychology roles, the position operates through scheduled independent medical examinations, with each appointment focused on an individual Veteran's disability claim rather than an ongoing therapeutic relationship. The employer-supported structure combines dedicated examination space, electronic documentation technology, and an established assessment workflow.

  • Specialized professional practice focused on psychological evaluations within the Veterans disability claims system
  • Independent medical examination model with individual, scheduled Veteran appointments rather than an ongoing therapy caseload
  • Predictable weekday operating schedule in an employer-provided examination environment
  • Employer-supported assessment workflow with dedicated technology, secure documentation tools, and clinical guidance
  • Distinct clinical role emphasizing objective assessment and professional documentation rather than psychotherapy or continuing patient management

About Commonwealth Medical Services

Commonwealth Medical Services is a practitioner-owned healthcare services organization that specializes in independent medical examination services. The company began by addressing access needs for Veterans in Central Kentucky and expanded into multiple states. It provides staffing, office space, technology, and consulting support for examination operations and emphasizes provider-oriented employment arrangements.

Ownership Practitioner-owned
Primary Focus Independent medical examination services for Veterans
Geographic Reach Multiple states across the United States
Support Model Staffing, office space, technology, training, and clinical support

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior experience with Veterans’ disability or C&P examinations required?
No. Previous experience conducting Veterans’ disability assessments or Compensation and Pension examinations is not listed as a mandatory requirement. Both newly licensed psychologists and experienced clinicians are encouraged to apply.
Does this role involve ongoing psychotherapy or treatment planning?
No. The position is limited to one-time psychological assessments and electronic documentation. The psychologist does not provide psychotherapy, ongoing treatment, or treatment planning.
Who schedules the Veteran appointments?
Appointments are arranged by the employer. The psychologist has no scheduling responsibilities, and walk-in appointments are not accepted.
What technology and support does the employer provide?
Commonwealth Medical Services supplies the necessary technology, a secure electronic platform for completing assessments, training on the assessment workflow, and clinical support.
Is a provisional psychologist license acceptable?
The posting requires a current professional license qualifying the candidate to work as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Texas. Whether a provisional license meets this requirement is not specified and should be confirmed directly with the employer.
Are disability percentage ratings calculated by the psychologist?
No. Calculating disability percentages and making benefits determinations are outside the scope of this position. The psychologist contributes assessment information only.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist in El Paso, TX

Commonwealth Medical Services offers a Licensed Clinical Psychologist position in El Paso, Texas, within its behavioral health independent medical examination operations. The role serves U.S. Veterans undergoing psychological evaluations connected to disability claims, placing the psychologist in a specialized assessment environment rather than a conventional mental health treatment practice. This type of clinical work involves evaluating individual cases in the context of documented medical information and producing professional reports for disability-related review. The position is structured around scheduled examinations and an employer-supported office setting, providing a defined professional environment for psychologists interested in Veterans-focused assessment services and independent medical examination work.

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