VA Disability Evaluation Provider – Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) - Alpena, MI

DirectShifts; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling (FT/PT/PRN)

No on-call responsibilities

No prescribing or ongoing patient mgmt

Job summary

DirectShifts is seeking a licensed NP or PA to perform VA General Medicine examinations, review Veterans' medical histories, and complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) per VA guidelines. The provider will document objective findings and prepare detailed medical reports.

Responsibilities include conducting C&P exams, ensuring HIPAA compliance, collaborating with clinical and administrative teams, and delivering timely evaluations with high-quality documentation.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted NP or PA license.
• Collaborative agreement with supervising physician as required by state law.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to clinical protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct VA C&P General Medicine examinations.
• Review Veterans' medical history and supporting documents before evaluations.
• Perform comprehensive physical assessments.
• Complete DBQs accurately and thoroughly.
• Prepare timely, objective medical reports.
• Ensure compliance with VA guidelines, HIPAA, and state/federal regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure timely evaluations.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Communication skills

Independent work

HIPAA compliance

Education

NP/PA license

Job description

Position Summary:

The provider will review Veterans' medical records, conduct comprehensive General Medicine examinations, document objective findings, and complete VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) in accordance with VA guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) General Medicine examinations.
• Review Veterans' medical history and supporting documentation prior to each evaluation.
• Perform comprehensive physical assessments.
• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) accurately and thoroughly.
• Prepare timely, objective, and detailed medical reports.
• Ensure compliance with VA guidelines, HIPAA, and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure timely completion of evaluations.

Qualifications:

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license.
• Must have a collaborative agreement with a supervising physician, where required by state law.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to established clinical protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN opportunities)
• No on-call responsibilities
• No prescribing or ongoing patient management

DirectShifts is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status,or any other characteristic protected by law.

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