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GMG - Psychology, Behavioral Health Per Diem (Modesto, CA)

Sutter Health · Tracy, CA

Posted September 19, 2026

Sutter Health - Gould Medical Group · 445 West Eaton Avenue, Tracy, CA, US, 95376

Opportunity Information

Northern California Psychology Opportunity

Gould Medical Group is seeking a per diem Psychologist to join our Behavioral Health Department with a primary focus on psychological assessment and testing.

This position is ideal for a psychologist who enjoys assessment work and is looking for a part-time opportunity within an integrated healthcare setting

Position Details:

  • Per diem opportunity for psychological or neuropsychological testing.
  • Starting base salary: $110 per hour for scheduled, patient-facing clinical template scheduled services only. Compensation does not include in-basket management, telephone encounters, My Health Online (MHOL) activities, dictation, form completion, or any other administrative duties.
  • Behavioral Health Department consists of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, LMFTs, LCSWs, NPs and PAs.
  • Practice location: Modesto, CA
  • Schedule and hours are negotiable based on department needs and candidate availability.
  • Integrated medical setting with opportunities for collaboration across specialties
  • All age ranges, but can specialize in adults or children
  • Low paperwork demands
  • No inpatient work
  • Stable and growing group

Position Responsibilities:

  • Conduct psychological assessments and testing based on clinical referral questions.
  • Select, administer, score, and interpret appropriate standardized psychological tests.
  • Integrate test results with clinical history, behavioral observations, and other available information.
  • Prepare clear, comprehensive, and clinically useful psychological evaluation reports.
  • Provide feedback regarding assessment results and recommendations to patients, families, and referring providers as appropriate.
  • Collaborate with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
  • Practice within applicable professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a closely related field from an APA-accredited program.
  • Current California license as a Psychologist.
  • Training and experience in psychological assessment and testing.
  • Strong knowledge of standardized psychological assessment instruments, test interpretation, and report writing.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Join Us and Enjoy

  • Group paid malpractice and tail coverage

Organization Details

Gould Medical Group is a growing, 600+ clinician multi-specialty group located about two hours east of San Francisco, California. Our communities offer quick access to the bay area as well as other hot spots such as Napa Valley, Yosemite, and Lake Tahoe.

Community Information

Area Details:

  • Close proximity to the Bay Area but a lower cost of living
  • Short driving distance to Yosemite, wine country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey
  • Centrally located with quick access to skiing, hiking, surfing, and entertainment venues of various types
  • Rapidly growing communities Excellent school options
  • Average of 260 days of sunshine annually

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.

Employer

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Livability

95,358
Tracy population
$580K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Nearby cities
San Jose
37.7 mi
Pop. 1,771,563
Concord
35.0 mi
Pop. 525,233
Oakland
42.9 mi
Pop. 438,072
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — San Joaquin County
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Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$580K
Avg 3-bedroom home
$2,363
Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
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Yearly rainfall
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Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 95376
55,038
Total residents
27,441
Male residents
27,597
Female residents
Age distribution
total
55,038
0-9
8,106
10-19
8,156
20-29
8,650
30-39
8,013
40-49
6,562
50-59
6,846
60-69
4,953
70-79
2,593
80+
1,159
Ethnicity
White
24,264
Black Or African American
3,365
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
356
Asian
7,421
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
204
Other
9,820
Two Or More
9,608
Source: US Census Bureau
84
Walk Score — Very Walkable
56
Bike Score — Bikeable
28
Transit Score — Some Transit
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) 37.48 mi
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) 15.21 mi
Buchanan Field (CCR) 38.21 mi
San Carlos Airport (SQL) 47.30 mi
Merced Regional Macready Field (MCE) 59.32 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) 82.58 mi
Source: FAA database