Nurse Practitioner

The Judge Group; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking qualified Physicians (MD/DO), Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants to perform independent medical disability examinations for U.S. Veterans under VA contracts. The role focuses on reviewing records, interviewing Veterans, and conducting limited physical assessments to complete DBQs.

Providers must be licensed and credentialed for VA evaluation work. Open to family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedics, or general medicine backgrounds, with flexible

Qualifications

• Physicians must hold a Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine.
• NPs must have a Master’s Degree in Nursing and board certification.
• PAs must hold a Bachelor’s Degree and NCCPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) for Veterans.
• Review records, interview, and perform limited physical assessments.
• Provide objective medical opinions related to service connection.
• No treatment, prescribing, or ongoing patient care.

Education

Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree

Active, unrestricted state license

Board certification (ANCC/AANP)

NCCPA certification

Collaborating physician agreement

Job description

Veterans Evaluation Services (VES) – Medical Disability Examiner

Veterans Evaluation Services (VES), a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), partners with licensed medical providers to conduct medical disability examinations for U.S. Veterans. The Judge Group is seeking Physicians (MD/DO), Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants to serve as independent contractors performing general medical disability exams.

Role Overview

• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) for Veterans.
• Review medical/military records, conduct structured interviews, and perform limited physical assessments (e.g., ROM, muscle strength).
• Provide objective medical opinions related to service connection.
• No treatment, prescribing, or ongoing patient care.

Qualifications

Physicians (MD/DO)

• Doctorate in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine.
• Active, unrestricted state license.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.

Nurse Practitioners

• Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• Active, unrestricted state license.
• Board certification (ANCC/AANP).
• Collaborating physician agreement (if required by state).
• 2+ years NP experience (5+ preferred).

Physician Assistants

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Active, unrestricted state license.
• NCCPA certification.
• Collaborating physician agreement.
• 2+ years PA experience (5+ preferred).

Job Highlights

• Open to providers in family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedics, or general medicine.
• Flexible scheduling: 4‑hour or 8‑hour shifts.
• Low‑risk, evaluation‑only role.
• Fast onboarding; VA/VES certification valid for 5 years.
• Comprehensive DBQ/reporting training included.

Submission Requirements

• Personal laptop (Windows only; no Mac/Apple).
• Active, unrestricted license (NURSYS or state lookup required).
• Willingness to complete DMA certification.

Information Needed

• License number
• Board certification (optional for Physicians)
• DMA certification status
• Home address
• Travel availability/limitations
• Office location (own office or VES site)
• Military/VA employment status