Full Time

    Onsite

    About the job

    Physician - General Medicine

    We are seeking General Medicine Providers to perform Compensation & Pension exams and Separation Health Assessments across the country. This is a PRN opportunity, offering flexibility and the chance to make a difference in the lives of veterans.

    Job Description

    • Perform Compensation & Pension exams and Separation Health Assessments on a PRN basis
    • Need is ongoing, with flexibility in scheduling
    • Willing to accept various 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 VES leased facility and/or schedule Veterans within your own practice
    • Option to work half days (4 hours) and/or full days (8 hours)
    • Conduct one-time non-treatment C&P exams and 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 and onboarding
    • DMA certification available (can get CME credits) will need to obtain once privileged if not already certified
    • Use of Goniometer required
    • Familiarity with musculoskeletal, diabetes, and cardio required
    • Proficient in METs testing, evaluating and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions
    • Must own personal laptop (no Macs)
    • Training provided for all Reporting/Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
    • Reporting/DBQs must be submitted within 48 hours upon exam completion - no narrative report. End product is completion of standardized form(s)
    • Evaluations to be completed in VES's 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)

    Requirements

    • Qualified Physician with experience in General Medicine

    Provider Needed

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    This detailed job ad highlights the opportunities and responsibilities for General Medicine Providers to perform Compensation & Pension exams and Separation Health Assessments on a PRN basis.