Examiner Nurse Practitioner

Loyal Source; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source is seeking an Examiner Nurse Practitioner to conduct Compensation & Pension disability examinations for Veterans seeking VA benefits in Buffalo, NY. This role focuses on reviewing medical records, performing focused physical assessments, and providing objective medical opinions to support VA determinations.

It is not a treatment role and does not involve prescribing or ongoing patient management.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional nursing program with NP licensure.
• Active, valid, and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license.
• Minimum of one year as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current BLS certification and renewals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct C&P disability examinations for Veterans per VA requirements.
• Review medical records and diagnostic testing before and during examinations.
• Perform focused physical assessments for claimed conditions.
• Prepare objective, evidence-based medical opinions and document findings.
• Use examination and case management systems to organize workload and submit findings.
• Ensure reports are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.
• Maintain VA training requirements, HIPAA and Loyal Source policies.
• Travel approximately 10% to support other Loyal Source clinics.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Medical record review

Documentation

Time management

Education

Nurse Practitioner license

Tools

MS Word

MS Outlook

Adobe PDF

EMR systems

Job description

Loyal Source is seeking an Examiner Nurse Practitioner to conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability examinations for Veterans applying for benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

This role focuses on reviewing medical records, performing focused physical assessments, documenting findings, and providing objective medical opinions that support the VA disability determination process.

This is not a treatment role. The position does not include prescribing, treatment planning, or ongoing patient management.

Pay Rate: $114,195 / year

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Clinics closed on holidays.

Location: Buffalo, NY

Travel: Approximately 10% travel to support other Loyal Source clinics.

Clinical Scope: Compensation & Pension disability examinations. No prescribing, no treatment planning, and no ongoing patient management.

Why This Role Is For You

• Predictable weekday schedule (Mon-Fri, 8-5) with clinics closed on holidays.
• No prescribing responsibilities and no ongoing treatment management.
• Meaningful work supporting Veterans through the disability evaluation process.
• Structured examination workflow with web-based documentation tools.
• Opportunity to apply clinical judgment in an assessment-focused environment.
• Supportive clinical and quality assurance teams
• Dedication Onboarding Support and Continual Training

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct C&P disability examinations for Veterans in accordance with VA program requirements.
• Review medical records, diagnostic testing, and supporting documentation before and during examinations.
• Perform focused physical assessments related to claimed conditions.
• Prepare objective, evidence-based medical opinions and complete required documentation accurately.
• Use proprietary examination and case management systems to organize workload and submit findings.
• Work with the Quality Assurance team to ensure reports are complete, accurate, and submitted within required timelines.
• Maintain compliance with VA training requirements, HIPAA, privacy standards, and Loyal Source policies.
• Support other Loyal Source clinics as needed, with approximately 10% travel.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a professional nursing program accredited by an institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Active, valid, and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license. Candidate must not be barred from practicing in any of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. commonwealth, territory, or possession.
• Minimum of one year of experience working as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, including required renewals.
• Strong documentation, communication, and time management skills.
• Basic computer skills, including use of MS Word, MS Outlook, Adobe PDF, web-based platforms, and electronic medical records systems.
• Authorized to work in the United States and able to maintain requirements specific to federal contractors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience conducting medical disability examinations or related evaluations.
• Experience with Veterans, military populations, occupational health, or medical record review.
• Completion of specialized training or continuing education in Medical Disability Evaluations, occupational health, or related areas.
• Familiarity with Teams and web-based instructional or learning management systems.

Physical and Schedule Requirements

• Prolonged periods standing, sitting at a desk, and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to see, hear, smell, bend, stretch, and engage in a full range of motion to safely conduct comprehensive physical examinations.
• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM standard schedule. Clinics are closed on holidays.
• Approximately 10% travel to support other Loyal Source clinics. Additional travel may be required for training or company events.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a).
These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors.