Internal Medicine Physician

Location

A city in central Texas known for its rich history, educational institutions, and cultural attractions. About 90 miles to Lubbock, 90 miles to San Angelo, and 160 miles to Fort Worth!

Facility

A private company that provides medical disability examination and evaluation services to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Job Description

• Need is on a PRN basis, ongoing
• Willing to accept these specialties: family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, etc., or anyone with a background in general medicine, or experience with compensation and pension
• Two options for coverage - travel and perform exams at leased facility and/or schedule Veterans within your own practice
• Option to work days (4-hours) and/or full days (8-hours)
• One-time non-treatment C&P exams + separation health assessments
• Exams are primarily interview-based with some physical assessment: range of motion testing, muscle strength testing
• No prescribing, no treatment
• Quick credentialing & onboarding
• DMA certification available (can get CME credits) will need to obtain once privileged if not already certified
• Use of Goniometer required
• Familiar with musculoskeletal, diabetes, and cardio required
• Proficient in METs testing, evaluating and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions
• Own personal laptop (NO MACs)
• Training shall be provided for all Reporting/Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
• Evaluations to be completed in provider portal
• Record review is required in most cases
• Follow-up administrative work will be required on a regular basis (addendums, medical opinions, and reading diagnostics)
• No call!

Compensation

Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.