Supervisor - Travel Medical Disability Examiners - Remote

Lensa; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 269,000 - 426,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Supervisor for the Travel Medical Disability Examiners team. This remote role involves overseeing medical exams for Veterans, requiring 50% travel. Candidates must hold an MD or DO license and board certification in relevant fields. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Incentives

Stock Options

401k Plan

Qualifications

• Licensed MD or DO with unrestricted state license.
• Proven work skills with high accuracy and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee physicians and mid-level providers on the Medical Disability Exam Travel team.
• Evaluate and conduct exams for Medical Disability claims for Veterans.
• Travel within the U.S. for monthly assignments.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Basic Computer Skills

Education

MD or DO License

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Board Certification in Neurosurgery

Board Certification in Physiatry

Board Certification in Neurology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Supervisor - Travel Medical Disability Examiners - Remote

We have an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor of the Travel Medical Disability Examiners to join our growing team! This supervisory role involves overseeing physicians and mid-level providers on the Medical Disability Exam Travel team. Responsibilities include evaluating and conducting exams for Medical Disability claims for Veterans, including TBI exams. The role requires traveling within the U.S. to fixed facilities and mobile units to conduct exams. When not traveling, you will oversee team operations, establish agreements with mid-level providers, and complete ACE and internal Medical Opinion requests as required by contracts.

This position offers the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S. and involves travel of 50% or more for monthly assignments. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values performance, development, and clear success metrics.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed MD or DO with current, unrestricted state license (or ability to obtain one)
• Board certification in Psychiatry, Neurosurgery, Physiatry, or Neurology
• Proven detailed work skills with high accuracy, leadership, organizational, and multi-tasking abilities
• Availability to travel at least 50% of the time
• Ability to work remotely when not traveling, completing ACE and IMO exams or other duties
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Flexibility to work in various environments, including mobile clinics and with homebound patients

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified VA Compensation and Pension Examiner
• Experience with VA disability evaluations and knowledge of VA quality standards
• Military or veteran healthcare experience
• Leadership or supervisory experience

The annual salary ranges from $269,500 to $425,500, depending on experience and performance. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, incentives, stock options, and a 401k plan. Application deadline is at least 2 business days from posting or until a suitable candidate pool is reached.

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the healthcare system for everyone. We are committed to equity, environmental sustainability, and eliminating health disparities. OptumCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace, requiring passing a drug test prior to employment.