U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Psychologist (Neuropsychology) - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorize
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Psychologist (Neuropsychology) – Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized
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Pay Base pay range: $93,462.00/yr – $173,175.00/yr.
Summary This role is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). The Announcement is open until April 2 2026, with referral cut‑off dates on the 1st of each month.
Responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities (GS‑13 level – 75–100% of time)
Provide diagnostic and evaluation services in neuropsychology (cognitive, emotional/behavioral, suicide assessment). Use psychological testing, interview, record review, collateral contact, and personality tests.
Perform neuropsychological evaluations for patients with cognitive concerns, mental health and medical disorders for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning.
Offer neuropsychological interventions, emphasizing brief evidence‑based approaches.
Consult and serve as a resource for other professionals regarding neuropsychological services.
Assist in selection, training, and supervision of staff at lower grades; assist training of health‑profession trainees in APA‑accredited programs.
Clinical responsibilities (GS‑12 level – 80–100% of time)
Conduct diagnostic and evaluation services, including neuropsychological testing, under the supervision of a licensed staff psychologist.
Provide interventions and evidence‑based care with a focus on brief episodes, performing telehealth services when appropriate.
Offer consultation for neuropsychological service development and assist in staff selection and training.
Clinical responsibilities (GS‑11 level – 90–100% of time)
Provide diagnostic and evaluation services for cognitive disorders under close supervision of a licensed staff psychologist.
Conduct neuropsychological evaluations, interventions, and telehealth services as required.
Qualifications
U.S. citizenship (non‑citizens may only be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited).
Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA‑, PCSAS‑, or CPA‑accredited program; or a doctoral degree in any area of psychology plus successful completion of a recognized re‑specialization program.
Specialty area consistent with the assignment; school psychology is not eligible.
Completion of an APA or CPA‑accredited internship (or equivalent supervised internship experience) consistent with the assignment.
Full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
Non‑licensed candidates may receive temporary appointment as a graduate psychologist at GS‑11 or GS‑12 under 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) for up to two years.
Benefits
Recruitment incentive (sign‑on bonus) and relocation assistance for highly qualified individuals.
EDRP authorization for eligible former participants.
Competitive salary with regular increases.
Paid time off: 37–50 days per year (13–26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays).
Parental leave: up to 12 weeks paid after 12 months of employment.
Childcare subsidy: up to 25% of eligible childcare costs for families with income below $144,000 after 60 days of employment.
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with contributions up to 5% from VA Insurance.
Health, vision, dental, and life insurance; long‑term care options.
Telework possible ad‑hoc; not a fully virtual position.
Contact EDRP Coordinator:
VISN17EDRP2@va.gov
for questions and assistance.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by 2×.
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Pay Base pay range: $93,462.00/yr – $173,175.00/yr.
Summary This role is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). The Announcement is open until April 2 2026, with referral cut‑off dates on the 1st of each month.
Responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities (GS‑13 level – 75–100% of time)
Provide diagnostic and evaluation services in neuropsychology (cognitive, emotional/behavioral, suicide assessment). Use psychological testing, interview, record review, collateral contact, and personality tests.
Perform neuropsychological evaluations for patients with cognitive concerns, mental health and medical disorders for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning.
Offer neuropsychological interventions, emphasizing brief evidence‑based approaches.
Consult and serve as a resource for other professionals regarding neuropsychological services.
Assist in selection, training, and supervision of staff at lower grades; assist training of health‑profession trainees in APA‑accredited programs.
Clinical responsibilities (GS‑12 level – 80–100% of time)
Conduct diagnostic and evaluation services, including neuropsychological testing, under the supervision of a licensed staff psychologist.
Provide interventions and evidence‑based care with a focus on brief episodes, performing telehealth services when appropriate.
Offer consultation for neuropsychological service development and assist in staff selection and training.
Clinical responsibilities (GS‑11 level – 90–100% of time)
Provide diagnostic and evaluation services for cognitive disorders under close supervision of a licensed staff psychologist.
Conduct neuropsychological evaluations, interventions, and telehealth services as required.
Qualifications
U.S. citizenship (non‑citizens may only be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited).
Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA‑, PCSAS‑, or CPA‑accredited program; or a doctoral degree in any area of psychology plus successful completion of a recognized re‑specialization program.
Specialty area consistent with the assignment; school psychology is not eligible.
Completion of an APA or CPA‑accredited internship (or equivalent supervised internship experience) consistent with the assignment.
Full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.
Non‑licensed candidates may receive temporary appointment as a graduate psychologist at GS‑11 or GS‑12 under 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) for up to two years.
Benefits
Recruitment incentive (sign‑on bonus) and relocation assistance for highly qualified individuals.
EDRP authorization for eligible former participants.
Competitive salary with regular increases.
Paid time off: 37–50 days per year (13–26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays).
Parental leave: up to 12 weeks paid after 12 months of employment.
Childcare subsidy: up to 25% of eligible childcare costs for families with income below $144,000 after 60 days of employment.
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with contributions up to 5% from VA Insurance.
Health, vision, dental, and life insurance; long‑term care options.
Telework possible ad‑hoc; not a fully virtual position.
Contact EDRP Coordinator:
VISN17EDRP2@va.gov
for questions and assistance.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs by 2×.
#J-18808-Ljbffr