Provider

DAWSON; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job description

Position

Credentialed Medical Provider – LAARNG Medical Readiness

Company

LAUKOA

Location

Jackson Barracks, New Orleans, LA

Schedule

Temporary, part-time, on-site work on an as-needed basis

Hourly Pay

$85 per hour, plus authorized travel expenses

Summary

LAUKOA is seeking Medical Doctors (MDs), Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and Physician Assistants (PAs) to support the Louisiana Army National Guard (LAARNG) State Surgeon’s Office at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans, Louisiana. Providers review medical documentation, conduct medical readiness assessments, and recommend actions concerning Soldiers’ fitness for duty, retention, and deployment. This is temporary, part-time work. Providers will be utilized as needed for scheduled provider coverage and medical readiness events at Jackson Barracks. Hours and assignments will vary based on Government requirements; no regular schedule or minimum number of hours is guaranteed. Individual assignments and exact dates will be confirmed by LAUKOA. All services must be performed within the provider’s authorized scope of practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review Soldier medical histories, records, and supporting documentation and provide medical readiness recommendations in accordance with AR 40-501 and AR 40-502.
• Interview Soldiers regarding current and prior medical concerns and document findings and interactions in their medical records.
• Conduct physical health assessments at scheduled Tier 3 and other medical readiness events.
• Create temporary profiles, initiate permanent profiles, and route profiles for required additional signatures.
• Review, document, and digitally sign medical health assessments in authorized Government systems.
• Identify conditions requiring additional evaluation and recommend further action through MAR2, MEB, or NDR-PEB processes, as appropriate.
• Draft line-of-duty recommendations for State Surgeon review.
• Support review of potentially erroneous unfit-for-duty determinations and prepare medical or administrative separation documentation when required.
• Identify behavioral health case management needs to the Director of Psychological Health and complete the required report in the MEDCHART Behavioral Health portal by the fifth of each month.
• Obtain required releases of information and consent documentation.
• Educate Soldiers on medical readiness responsibilities and available resources.
• Maintain accurate, timely records in MODS, MEDCHART, and other applicable military systems and approved forms.
• Safeguard Soldier information and comply with HIPAA, privacy, security, and applicable federal and state requirements.
• Complete required training, credentialing, and provider validation before performing assigned services.
• Follow applicable contractual requirements and LAUKOA policies.

Required Qualifications

• Current, active, unrestricted Louisiana professional licensure and good standing as an MD, DO, NP, or PA, as applicable.
• Physicians and physician assistants must maintain applicable Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners licensure; physician assistants must maintain current NCCPA certification.
• Nurse practitioners must maintain applicable Louisiana State Board of Nursing licensure, advanced practice authorization, and required professional certifications.
• Education, training, and experience appropriate to the assigned duties and professional scope of practice.
• Knowledge of medical documentation review, readiness assessments, and fitness-for-duty considerations.
• Ability to learn and apply Army medical readiness regulations and use Government medical readiness systems.
• A granted Secret security clearance before performing work under the contract.
• Ability to satisfy required background checks, credentialing, installation access, Common Access Card (CAC), and Government network and systems access requirements.
• Completion of required HIPAA, DoD cyber awareness, and other applicable training and systems authorizations before accessing Soldier records.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment serving large numbers of Soldiers.
• Strong oral and written communication, customer service, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Availability to work on-site at Jackson Barracks on assigned provider and readiness event dates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Army National Guard or other military medical readiness programs.
• Working knowledge of Individual Medical Readiness (IMR), deployment requirements, military profiles, and fitness-for-duty reviews.
• Experience using MEDPROS, MODS, MEDCHART, or related military medical readiness systems.
• Previous experience obtaining and using a CAC for Government systems access.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is performed on-site at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans, Louisiana.
• Requires prolonged sitting, computer use, and accurate electronic documentation.
• Occasionally requires standing and walking between work areas.
• Requires frequent verbal communication and use of hands and fingers to operate computers and related equipment.
• May require extended work periods during scheduled readiness events.
• Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Engagement Terms

Compensation is $85 per hour. Authorized travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with LAUKOA policies and contract requirements. This is a temporary, part-time, as-needed position. Employment classification, individual scheduling, and professional liability coverage requirements will be established by LAUKOA before engagement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

Internal Candidate Preference

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.