Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Matrix Providers Inc; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Matrix Providers Inc is seeking a part-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to perform one-time, non-treatment Veteran Disability Exams in Presque Isle, ME. The role involves reviewing medical histories and conducting exams with the goal of assisting veterans in their compensation claims. Candidates must hold the relevant certifications and licenses, and possess strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with veterans.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license required.
• NCCPA certification for Physician Assistants.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams for veterans.
• Capture responses during exams through web-based forms.
• Review medical history documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

Education

Master’s degree or approved Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program

Job description

Career Opportunities with Matrix Providers

Matrix Providers is hiring a Nurse Practitioner NP or Physician Assistant PA to join our team of talented medical professionals to conduct one-time, non-treatment Veteran Disability Exams in Presque Isle, ME.

• Employment Status: Part Time
• Compensation: This is an hourly position, paid bi-weekly.
• Schedule: Part Time, 1-3 days a week, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

Requirements and Skillsets: The Nurse Practitioner NP or Physician Assistant PA must have and meet the following qualifications:

• Hold and maintain an active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license for the duration of your employment.
• Physician Assistants must hold an active NCCPA certification and remain certified during the duration of their employment.
• Have a master’s degree or successfully completed an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Certification: Have an active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing situations.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• All on-site staff and contractors must be fully vaccinated per CDC and state guidelines.
• Prior VA or compensation exam experience is a plus but not required.

Job Summary:

• Review pertinent medical history documentation and provide veterans with one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams.
• The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will capture responses during the exam through web-based examination form(s); all documentation will be completed electronically. Completed exams are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations.
• Standard exams include - musculoskeletal, cardio, and respiratory.
• Ancillaries (X-rays, labs, EKGs, PFTs, ABIs) may be ordered and will be conducted on location or nearby.