Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - West Des Moines IA

MRG Exams; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K benefits

Malpractice insurance

Training & support

No on-call

Job summary

MRG Exams in West Des Moines, IA seeks a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to perform focused disability assessments for U.S. Veterans as part of the VA process. In-person evaluations, review of electronic records, and VA form documentation are core duties.

The role offers a full-time schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM) with a 3-5 veteran caseload per day; equipment and secure portals are provided; no treatment or prescribing responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Active NP or PA license in good standing.
• 2,080+ supervised hours.
• Experience performing disability assessments preferred.
• Comfortable using EMR and secure portals.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-person disability assessments for Veterans.
• Review electronic medical records via secure portal.
• Document findings and complete VA forms.
• Provide medical opinions based on assessments.

Skills

Medical assessments

Electronic medical records

Documentation

Time management

Education

NP or PA credential

Tools

EMR software

Secure portal access

Job description

Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Veteran Disability Assessments

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team in performing medical assessments for U.S. Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. This role involves conducting focused, in-person physical exams and reviewing medical records electronically to complete the required documentation for the VA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-person disability assessments for U.S. Veterans.
• Review and analyze electronic medical records via a secure web portal.
• Accurately document exam findings and complete the required VA forms.
• Provide medical opinions based on your assessment findings.

Note: This role does not involve treatment or prescribing medication. Disability determinations are made by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), not by the provider.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM).
• Location: In-person role.
• Caseload: 3-5 Veterans per day.
• Equipment Provided: Computer and all necessary tools for documentation.

What We're Looking For:

Seeking male practitioners to comply with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) requirements related to examinee privacy and gender-specific protocols for certain sensitive/intimate examinations.

• A compassionate provider dedicated to supporting the Veteran community.
• Strong analytical skills to review medical records and assessment data.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in electronic documentation and web-based portals.
• A professional and empathetic demeanor when interacting with Veterans.

Requirements:

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license.
• Practitioner should have 2,080+ supervised hours.
• Comfortable using technology to review records and complete documentation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Health insurance & 401K benefits available.
• Malpractice Insurance covered.
• Training and ongoing support provided.
• Predictable schedule with no on-call duties.

Is This Role Right for You?

• Do you find it rewarding to serve and support Veterans?
• Are you looking for a structured role with no on-call shifts?
• Would you enjoy performing focused medical assessments without treatment responsibilities?