Lead Diagnostic Clinician

Center for Social Dynamics

$115K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in clinical psychology from an accredited institution.
  • Licensed by the State of New Mexico Board of Psychology.
  • Minimum two years of experience, predominantly in diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  • Proficient in various assessment tools for ASD and developmental disabilities.
  • Certification in ADOS-2 and experience with other diagnostic tools preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for individuals with suspected ASD.
  • Complete and submit written diagnostic reports promptly.
  • Provide feedback and treatment recommendations to families.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for effective diagnostic support.
  • Assist in program development and clinical process improvements.
  • Adhere to clinical and regulatory standards maintaining compliance.
  • Travel to various regions for assessments and maintain expected productivity.

Benefits

  • Competitive salaried compensation.
  • In-house CEUs and annual allowance for external training.
  • Opportunities to participate in clinical research.
  • Dedicated administrative support for clinical focus.
  • Leadership development opportunities in a growing organization.
Full Job Description
The Full-Time Diagnostic Clinician / Psychologist is responsible for conducting comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for individuals with suspected Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. This role provides diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, and support for families across multiple regions. The position also contributes to program development initiatives and ongoing clinical excellence within the organization.

Starting Pay: $115,000-$130,000 annually, based on experience

About the Opportunity
  • Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, including clinical interviews, behavioral observations, developmental assessments, and standardized testing, to determine diagnostic outcomes and treatment recommendations.
  • Complete written diagnostic reports in a timely and professional manner.
  • Provide diagnostic feedback and recommendations to families and caregivers.
  • Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary diagnostic and consultation team supporting individuals with ASD and related developmental differences.
  • Collaborate with internal clinical teams to support continuity of care and treatment planning.
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and improvement of diagnostic programs and clinical processes.
  • Maintain compliance with all clinical, ethical, documentation, and regulatory standards.
  • Travel across assigned regions, including but not limited to CA, CO, AZ, NM, and GA
  • Maintain a minimum productivity expectation of 12 completed assessments/evaluations per month to support full-time employment expectations.
  • Participate in team meetings, case consultations, training, and other organizational initiatives.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.


What Excellence Looks Like
  • High-quality, data-driven clinical programs
  • Strong, supported clinical teams
  • Families who trust the care provided


Benefits, Growth & Clinical Support
  • Competitive salaried compensation
  • In-house CEUs and annual CEU allowance for conferences and external learning
  • Opportunities to participate in clinical research initiatives
  • Dedicated administrative and operational support, allowing focus on clinical quality
  • Leadership development opportunities within a growing organization


About You
  • Doctorate degree in clinical psychology from an accredited educational facility.
  • License to practice by the State of New Mexico Board of Psychology.
  • Two years of experience, in which a significant portion of time has been spent in diagnosing ASD.
  • Knowledge and experience using various assessment tools to diagnose and/or rule out autism spectrum disorder and intellectual Disability.
  • Special Qualifications (Skills, Abilities, Licenses) Must include, but are not limited to:
  • ADOS-2 (requires certification and extensive recent experience)
  • Autism Diagnostic Interview, Revised (ADI-R) (Preferred not required)
  • Developmental Assessment of Young Children, Second Edition (DAYC-2) (Preferred not required)
  • Stanford-Binet Intelligence Scales, 5th Edition (SB5), Abbreviated IQ (ABIQ)
  • Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, 5th Edition (WISC-V)
  • Differential Ability Scales, 2nd Edition (DAS-II)
  • Developmental Profile, 4th Edition (DP4)
  • Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales, 3rd Edition (Vineland-3), Comprehensive Parent/Caregiver Form
  • Behavior Assessment System for Children, 3rd Edition (BASC-3)
  • Mullen Scales of Early Learning (Preferred not required)
  • Comprehensive Test of Nonverbal Intelligence, Second Edition (CTONI-2) (Preferred not required)


Ready to Apply?

If you've been looking for a role where your work matters, where kids look forward to seeing you, and where your career path is clear - this is it.
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Physical requirements may include but is not limited to:
  • Constant visual stimulation, including close vision, distance vision, reading, computer work
  • Constant sitting; frequent up and down out of chair
  • Constant use of telephone, speaking, listening
  • Constant document handling, use of copier and fax machine, filing
  • Frequent typing, use of computer
  • Occasional walking around building
  • Occasional bending, reaching, stooping, pulling
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, moving of items up to 20 pounds
  • Occasional walking to, bending to enter, sitting and using upper and lower limbs to drive car

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