Disability & Pension Medical Chief

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Physician to serve as the Compensation & Pension Employee Health Section Chief for the New Mexico VA Health Care System. The role involves conducting comprehensive medical examinations to support disability determinations by the VBA.

This open continuous announcement remains active until vacancies are filled. Eligible candidates must hold an MD/DO, current licensure in the United States, and VA residency or equivalent

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an approved school.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in a US state/territory/DC.
• Residency training approved by VA, with eligibility for board certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations.
• Prepare examination reports and opinions for VA adjudicators.
• Develop and maintain familiarity with the disability process; act as subject matter expert.

Skills

MD/DO licensure

Board certification

Disability evaluation

Medical exam proficiency

Education

MD or DO degree

US medical license

Board eligibility/certification

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Physician to serve as the Compensation & Pension Employee Health Section Chief for the New Mexico VA Health Care System. The role involves conducting comprehensive medical examinations to support disability determinations by the VBA.

This open continuous announcement remains active until vacancies are filled. Eligible candidates must hold an MD/DO, current licensure in the United States, and VA residency or equivalent