MEPS Nurse Practitioner: Advanced Medical Evaluator

Cherokee Federal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to perform comprehensive medical evaluations for MEPS applicants at on-site locations in the U.S. You will conduct histories, exams, and diagnoses while ensuring compliance with DoD and HIPAA standards.

The role requires board-certified NP with a current license, experience in fast-paced settings, and ability to obtain CAC/PIV; MEPS experience is a plus. Compensation includes medical and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral NP degree from ANCC/ANPCP.
• Board certification in FNP/ANP/AGNP or Acute Care NP.
• Current, unrestricted NP license in any US state or territory.
• Minimum 1 year post-graduate direct patient care in last 3 years.
• Experience in MEPS facilities and military medical standards is a plus.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications for relevant government clearance and health standards.
• CAC or PIV card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct histories and physicals for military applicants per armed forces medical standards.
• Review documentation and test results to determine medical qualifications.
• Lead mental health and general health assessments with specialists as needed.
• Apply military medical accession standards and recommend additional evaluations.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and privacy regulations in interactions.
• Document histories, exams, and consultations in MHS Genesis EHR.
• Participate in peer reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all medical documentation is accurate and compliant with regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient care continuity.
• Assist with risk management and improve processing workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

BLS certification

CAC/PIV familiarity

Education

Master’s or Doctoral NP degree

Board certification in FNP/ANP/AGNP/Acute Care NP

Current unrestricted NP license (US)

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Job description

Cherokee Federal is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to perform comprehensive medical evaluations for MEPS applicants at on-site locations in the U.S. You will conduct histories, exams, and diagnoses while ensuring compliance with DoD and HIPAA standards.

The role requires board-certified NP with a current license, experience in fast-paced settings, and ability to obtain CAC/PIV; MEPS experience is a plus. Compensation includes medical and retirement benefits.