Mid Level Health Psychologist Jobs
Mid level health psychologist jobs go to practitioners ready to own caseloads independently, lead program initiatives, and shape care delivery with minimal supervision. Roles are posted across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like Optum, OU Health, and Behavioral Framework hiring at this level now.
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The Licensed Psychologist, Peer Reviewer for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Services evaluates requests for initial and continued coverage of ABA treatment and assessment services. The Peer Reviewer applies applicable clinical criteria, benefit-plan requirements, and federal, state, and local requirements; discusses clinically appropriate treatment considerations with treating providers; and issues clinical determinations, including adverse benefit determinations when requested services do not meet medical-necessity requirements.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Review initial and continued-service requests for ABA treatment and assessment services for commercial and Medicaid plans.
- Apply clinical criteria, benefit-plan requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements to each review.
- Conduct peer-to-peer consultations and discuss clinically appropriate treatment considerations with treating providers.
- Compose and enter clear, timely clinical determinations, including adverse benefit determinations when requested services do not meet medical-necessity requirements.
- Review requests for single-case agreements and appeals of previously denied services.
- Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and training activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Licensed doctoral level Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Your license must be current, allow for full independent practice, and be unrestricted [You may be asked to obtain additional state licenses to meet growing business needs]
- 3+ years of post-licensure experience
- Clinical experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Experience working with managed care entities
- Proficiency is MS Office Suite
- Ability to type proficiently, and for a significant portion of your day comfortably, while speaking on the phone
- Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turn-around-time requirements and track multiple state and business nuances for the cases you review
- Ability to work well independently and collaborate with others on a clinical team
- Solid written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Have a secure, private area of your home to set up an office, and access to a broadband ISP
- Available to work full-time during normal business hours Monday through Friday
- Ability and willingness to obtain additional state licenses based on business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Psychologists licensed in AZ, CA, FL, GA, IN, KY, MA, MN, or MS
- BCBA, BCBA-D, LBA (in addition to being a licensed psychologist)
- APA accredited training and internship
- Applied Behavior Analysis training and/or experience
- Clinical experience with children and adolescents
- Experience working in a managed care setting
- Peer review experience with managed care
- Behavior Modification expertise
- Advanced computer skills using Excel and Access Databases
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The Licensed Psychologist, Peer Reviewer for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Services evaluates requests for initial and continued coverage of ABA treatment and assessment services. The Peer Reviewer applies applicable clinical criteria, benefit-plan requirements, and federal, state, and local requirements; discusses clinically appropriate treatment considerations with treating providers; and issues clinical determinations, including adverse benefit determinations when requested services do not meet medical-necessity requirements.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Review initial and continued-service requests for ABA treatment and assessment services for commercial and Medicaid plans.
- Apply clinical criteria, benefit-plan requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements to each review.
- Conduct peer-to-peer consultations and discuss clinically appropriate treatment considerations with treating providers.
- Compose and enter clear, timely clinical determinations, including adverse benefit determinations when requested services do not meet medical-necessity requirements.
- Review requests for single-case agreements and appeals of previously denied services.
- Participate in peer consultations, staff meetings, and training activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Licensed doctoral level Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) Your license must be current, allow for full independent practice, and be unrestricted [You may be asked to obtain additional state licenses to meet growing business needs]
- 3+ years of post-licensure experience
- Clinical experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Experience working with managed care entities
- Proficiency is MS Office Suite
- Ability to type proficiently, and for a significant portion of your day comfortably, while speaking on the phone
- Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple demands within strict turn-around-time requirements and track multiple state and business nuances for the cases you review
- Ability to work well independently and collaborate with others on a clinical team
- Solid written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Have a secure, private area of your home to set up an office, and access to a broadband ISP
- Available to work full-time during normal business hours Monday through Friday
- Ability and willingness to obtain additional state licenses based on business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Psychologists licensed in AZ, CA, FL, GA, IN, KY, MA, MN, or MS
- BCBA, BCBA-D, LBA (in addition to being a licensed psychologist)
- APA accredited training and internship
- Applied Behavior Analysis training and/or experience
- Clinical experience with children and adolescents
- Experience working in a managed care setting
- Peer review experience with managed care
- Behavior Modification expertise
- Advanced computer skills using Excel and Access Databases
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Mid Level Health Psychologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level health psychologist job?
Position your existing experience around independent caseload management, evidence-based intervention design, and measurable patient outcomes. Highlight any experience leading groups, contributing to program development, or consulting with interdisciplinary teams. Tailor your application materials to show you operate with minimal supervision, not just that you completed tasks under guidance. Licensure status and any specialty certifications strengthen your candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire mid level health psychologists?
Companies hiring mid level health psychologists right now include Optum, OU Health, and Behavioral Framework, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from health systems, integrated care networks, behavioral health organizations, and government agencies that need practitioners who can manage complex cases and contribute to program oversight without heavy supervision.
Are there remote mid level health psychologist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialty and employer. About 20% of mid level health psychologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth platforms and large integrated health systems leading remote hiring. In-person roles remain common in hospital, correctional, and community health settings where direct patient contact is a core requirement.
How do I move up to a mid level health psychologist role?
Moving from entry level to mid level takes deliberate depth-building over your first few years. Focus on owning cases end to end, seeking out complex presentations, and volunteering for program or committee work. Accumulating supervised hours toward full licensure is essential, and demonstrating measurable outcomes, like reduced symptom scores or improved patient retention, signals you are ready for greater autonomy and broader responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level health psychologists?
Mid Level health psychologist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in behavioral health integration, chronic disease management, and mental health programming, all areas where mid level practitioners who can work independently and contribute to service design are in consistent demand.