Hospitalist Physician

Critical Access Network; Illinois; On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking locum physicians to conduct evaluations for veterans based on disability questionnaires. This role offers flexibility in scheduling and allows you to work based on your availability. You will not prescribe medicine but will play a crucial role in ensuring veterans receive their benefits. Compensation is structured based on the number of evaluations completed, with payments provided twice monthly. Join a dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who served our country while enjoying the freedom to manage your own schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have a current medical license and be either BC or BE.
• Experience in medical evaluations and documentation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations based on disability questionnaires for veterans.
• Document responses and ensure timely completion of charting.

Skills

Medical Evaluation

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Medical License

Board Certified or Board Eligible

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

COVID Protocols: PPE equipment provided, temperatures checked for providers and veterans, rooms sanitized between appointments, appointments staggered to support 6ft of social distancing, and other measures and expectations.

Position Overview: As a locum, you will conduct evaluations based on disability questionnaires provided by the VA and attached to each veteran's records. You will not prescribe medicine. These evaluations are done so that the veteran can continue to receive their disability benefits. Each evaluation takes roughly 40min-1hr, including documenting their responses and any notes you may have. There are no clinical care requirements, and you will not be their primary care provider.
Schedule and Frequency: Veterans are only scheduled when you are available. You will coordinate your schedule with a Scheduler. Example: If you only have nights and weekends or can work 4 days each month, you will be scheduled based on your availability.
Volume: There are no minimums or maximums regarding the number of patients to be seen per shift.
Location and Sites: Veterans will be seen in person at an offsite medical facility or a doctor's office that has been rented for the day, close to you or within a reasonable driving distance of up to 50 miles. Sometimes a phone consultation is had to clarify a veteran's condition or respond to an addendum from the VA.
Credentialing: A brief introduction will be conducted prior to credentialing. Credentialing usually takes up to 7-10 days once you have sent in and completed all documentation and assessments.

Training: After credentialing is complete, a welcome email will be sent with a link to the online training. After this, you will have access to a representative at all times to help when needed.
Completion of Charting/Addendums: All charting is done in an EHR. Addendums can be found here too. If charting is not complete on time, the veterans do not receive their benefits, and the potential for additional work is reduced.
Step 1 - Items Needed to Name Clear: We will need the items listed below in order to get your name cleared before our client sends their credentialing packet.

1. Current CV
2. Medical license (unrestricted)
3. Confirm either BC or BE
4. NPDB self-inquiry report, if you have any current or previous malpractice lawsuits, infractions, restrictions, or Medical Board complaints (These do not necessarily exclude you from this opportunity.)

Must Complete in Order to be Fully Credentialed:

1. Step 2- Complete Critical Access Network Contract
2. Step 3- Complete a brief Interview (as needed)
3. Step 4- Complete client credentialing package
4. Step 5- Complete client assessments within 48hrs
5. Step 6- Watch online training videos with instructions for navigating the physician portal, completing notes, etc.

Compensation: The rate of pay is below. Our client requires all notes to be completed within 48 hours and current prior to sending payment. Payments are provided twice per month per client terms.
DBQs (Disability Worksheets) Rates:

• 1-5 DBQs: $150
• 6-9 DBQs: $200
• 10-14 DBQs: $400
• 15-22 DBQs: $500
• 23+ DBQs: n/a

SHA:

• 1-5 DBQs: $150
• 6-9 DBQs: $250
• 10-14 DBQs: $500
• 15-22 DBQs: $650
• 23+ DBQs: $750

Medical Opinion:

• Medical Opinion(s) with exam: $25
• Medical Opinion(s) without exam: $50
• No-Show: $50

DBQs are disability questionnaires/worksheets that align with the specific disability being evaluated. Gen Med exams are primarily musculoskeletal or TBI-specific. SHA is a type of exam for more recent disabilities. Worksheets are either single or bundled. Refer to Assignment Contract list.
We can get you submitted promptly as many veterans have been on a waiting list for almost a year. If you have any questions or would like to move forward, please contact us.