Licensed Psychologist – Autism Evaluations (Pediatric)

• Lead diagnostic services.
• Deliver clarity to families.
• Help shape a growing clinical program.
• The Autism Center of Excellence is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to conduct autism spectrum disorder (ASD) evaluations for pediatric clients in our Columbia, MD clinic.
• This is a full-time, salaried position offering a competitive base salary and the opportunity to focus on high-quality diagnostic work within a structured, supportive clinical environment.
• This role is ideal for a psychologist who prefers evaluation-focused work, values clinical autonomy, and wants to be part of a growing program with strong demand for services.
• Our Columbia location is an expanding clinic with increasing referral volume, a newly renovated space, and a growing need for diagnostic services.

Compensation: $130,000 – $150,000 annual salary

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in pediatric populations Complete clinical interviews with parents/caregivers and gather developmental history Administer and score standardized assessment tools, including ADOS-2 and other appropriate measures Observe and assess social communication, behavior, and developmental functioning Integrate clinical findings and determine diagnoses based on DSM-5 criteria Prepare clear, thorough, and timely written evaluation reports Provide feedback sessions to families, including diagnosis and recommendations Collaborate with clinical and interdisciplinary team members as needed Maintain compliance with ethical, legal, and HIPAA standards

Requirements

Active Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD) in the state of Maryland required Experience conducting diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder in children required Experience with ADOS-2 or similar standardized diagnostic tools preferred Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills Ability to communicate findings clearly and compassionately to families Strong documentation and report writing skills Educational Qualifications: Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Clinical Psychology or a related field required Required Skills: Psychological assessment Diagnostic evaluation Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis ADOS-2 administration (or similar tools) Clinical interviewing Diagnostic formulation (DSM-5) Report writing Communication with families Clinical judgment Ethical decision-making

Benefits