Diagnostician​/Licensed Psychologist

Location:

Scottsdale, AZ

Salary: $90,000‑$120,000

Bierman Autism Centers is looking for a center-based, full‑time (or part‑time)
Diagnostician / Licensed Psychologist to conduct diagnostic evaluations for children who may have autism. The diagnostician will implement the assessment process from beginning to end and independently provide diagnostic and developmental assessments for prospective clients.

Flexibility with employment structure: candidates may work as full‑time or part‑time employees, or as an independent contractor.

• Conduct autism spectrum assessment, analyze and interpret data, write evaluation reports, and review results with families.
• Design and implement parent support sessions that meet both individual and group needs for parents of newly diagnosed children.
• Design and implement parent and sibling groups for current clients.
• Consult with parents concerning the needs of client as required.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, and other documents as required.
• Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
• Articulate the company’s mission and goals in the area of assessment services to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of other experienced individuals, including BCBAs, Occupational Therapists, and Speech and Language Pathologists.

• Daytime hours (Monday – Friday: 8:15 am – 4:45 pm). No travel required.
• Comprehensive benefits for full‑time employees:
  Flexible discretionary time off, holiday pay, 401(k), health, dental and vision insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, pet insurance, HSAs, FSAs, and more.
• Competitive pay based on candidate qualifications and experience.
• Growth and advancement opportunities: on‑site trainings, student supervision, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, career path opportunities and more.
• Be part of a great team: optional engagement events throughout the year such as Spirit Weeks, Pajama Days, Trivia Nights, Monthly Wellness Competitions and more.

You will be invited to have a 1:1 virtual interview with a recruiter. After this, you will have the opportunity to speak with our clinical team and meet with them in person at one of our centers. We want you to see us in action – you get to interview us!

• Education:
  
  PhD or PsyD in Psychology.
• Licensure with the state of Arizona as a Psychologist.
• Willingness to get licensed in other states, if applicable.
• HSPP endorsed.
• BCBA‑D preferred with current certification.
• At least 1 year of experience diagnosing ASD; postdoctoral experience may be included.
• Qualified candidates will have experience administering various diagnostic measures to diagnose or rule out autism.
• Proficiency in the following instruments: ADOS‑2, CARS, GARS‑2.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Efficient organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Interest in conducting and disseminating research with at least one publication.
• Must be able to travel primarily in assigned region during the business day, although some out of the area travel and overnight can be required.

• Must be able to lift and carry clients who are at least 30 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements in the course of working with children with challenging behavior.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures including kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, sitting, standing, bending for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk and run to chase clients and maintain a three‑foot distance at all times.
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection.
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper.
• Must be able to take written data and transfer to electronic files or…