Examiner Physician Assistant - Travel
Loyal Source Government Services · Newark, NJ · 2 days ago
Healthcare$133k–$163k/yrFull-time
About the role
Travel Examiner positions are available to conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) Examinations for Veterans applying for disability compensation from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) in relation to their in-service injury claims. These roles involve working on a Mobile Medical Unit, in shared spaces, and assisting in clinics where there are gaps in staffing needs.
Responsibilities
- Conduct Comprehensive Medical Disability Examinations: Perform thorough and focused medical evaluations of Veterans, including reviewing their medical history, conducting physical examinations, and assessing the impact of disabilities on their daily life and functional abilities.
- Review and Analyze Medical Records: Assess medical records, diagnostic test results, and other pertinent documentation to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Veteran's medical history and health condition.
- Render Objective Medical Opinions: Based on the medical examination findings, diagnostic results, and medical record review, provide unbiased and evidence-based medical opinions regarding the extent of the veteran's health issues and their impact on their ability to work and carry out daily activities.
- Coordinate and Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals: Coordinate and collaborate with other healthcare professionals, specialists, and experts as needed to obtain additional medical information and insights for a thorough evaluation.
- Document Examination Findings: Accurately record examination findings in medical opinions, and any relevant recommendations in clear and concise reports following established VA guidelines and formats that adhere to the contractual obligations in accordance with the VA’s requirements.
- Partner with All Loyal Source Departments: Partner with all Loyal Source departments to gain support and use resources that can help complete tasks and meet deadlines for optimal performance.
- Ensure Compliance and Quality: Adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and standards related to disability examinations, ensuring the highest level of accuracy, fairness, and quality in the evaluation process.
- Review and Remain Updated on VA MDE Program Requirements: Review and remain updated on all VA MDE program requirements.
- Maintain Confidentiality: Safeguard the confidentiality of all patient information and examination results in accordance with applicable privacy and security protocols.
Requirements
- Education and Licensing: Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program. A valid and unrestricted Physician Assistant license from, and is not barred from practicing in any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, or a Commonwealth, territory, or possession of the United States.
- Experience: Previous experience in conducting medical disability examinations or a related field is preferred.
- Basic Life Support certification required, including renewals.
- Specialized Training: Completion of specialized training or continuing education in Medical Disability Evaluations, occupational health, or related areas is advantageous.
- Clinical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in conducting comprehensive medical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and formulating evidence-based medical opinions.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex medical concepts in clear and understandable terms with the ability to effectively present findings to diverse audiences.
- Detail-Oriented Mindset: Unwavering commitment to upholding ethical standards, maintaining objectivity, and ensuring fairness in disability evaluations.
- Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively: Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent Organizational and Time Management Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and change focus quickly to meet business needs within a fast-paced environment.
- Strong Customer Focus: Consistently performs with a sense of urgency.
Qualifications
- Valid and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license and is not barred from practicing in any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, or a Commonwealth, territory, or possession of the United States.
- Experience: Previous experience in conducting medical disability examinations or a related field is preferred.
- Basic Life Support certification required, including renewals.
- Specialized Training: Completion of specialized training or continuing education in Medical Disability Evaluations, occupational health, or related areas is advantageous.
- Clinical Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in conducting comprehensive medical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and formulating evidence-based medical opinions.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex medical concepts in clear and understandable terms with the ability to effectively present findings to diverse audiences.
- Detail-Oriented Mindset: Unwavering commitment to upholding ethical standards, maintaining objectivity, and ensuring fairness in disability evaluations.
- Ability to Work Independently and Collaboratively: Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Excellent Organizational and Time Management Skills: Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and change focus quickly to meet business needs within a fast-paced environment.
- Strong Customer Focus: Consistently performs with a sense of urgency.
Skills
- Active License
- Independent and Collaborative Work
- Interpersonal Skills
- Adaptability
Benefits
Our valued clinical insights will play a significant role in facilitating access to treatment subspecialists, which can create exceptional continuity of care for those who need it the most.
Pay
Base + Monthly Incentive Plan = $133,120-$163,120 a year
Schedule
Primary travel throughout the following states: ME, VT, NH, MA, RI, CT, DE, NY, NJ, PA, OH, MI, IN, IL, MO