TBI Evaluation Physician (MD/DO) – Flexible Hours, No On-Call

DirectShifts; Atascadero (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

No on-call responsibilities

Administrative support provided

Job summary

DirectShifts is seeking a licensed physician in California to perform Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Compensation & Pension examinations and complete VA-required documentation. The role involves reviewing medical records, assessing cognitive and physical residuals, and producing precise DBQs and reports.

No prescribing or ongoing patient management is required. The position offers flexible scheduling (FT, PT, or PRN) with strong administrative support and strict adherence to VA/HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Neurology, Psychiatry, or Physiatry.
• Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.
• Excellent clinical assessment and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations.
• Review Veterans' medical records, imaging, and supporting documentation prior to evaluations.
• Assess cognitive, emotional, behavioral, neurological, and physical residuals related to TBI.
• Complete VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) accurately and thoroughly.
• Prepare timely, objective, and detailed medical reports.
• Maintain compliance with VA standards, HIPAA, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure timely submission of completed evaluations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Education

MD/DO degree

State medical license

Job description

DirectShifts is seeking a licensed physician in California to perform Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Compensation & Pension examinations and complete VA-required documentation. The role involves reviewing medical records, assessing cognitive and physical residuals, and producing precise DBQs and reports.

No prescribing or ongoing patient management is required. The position offers flexible scheduling (FT, PT, or PRN) with strong administrative support and strict adherence to VA/HIPAA standards.