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

DirectShifts; Ukiah (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No on-call responsibilities

No prescribing or ongoing patient care

Job summary

DirectShifts seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to conduct VA General Medicine examinations and complete DBQs in line with VA guidelines. You will review histories, perform comprehensive assessments, and document findings to support disability evaluations.

The role requires an active NP/PA license, a supervising physician collaboration where required, and strong documentation and communication skills. Flexible scheduling options and compliant, patient-centered care are emphasized.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Review Veterans' medical history and supporting documentation prior to each evaluation.
• Perform comprehensive General Medicine examinations and physical assessments.
• Complete VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) accurately.
• Prepare timely, objective, and detailed medical reports.
• Ensure compliance with VA guidelines, HIPAA, and state/federal regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to complete evaluations on time.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Communication

Independence

Education

NP/PA license

Collaborative agreement with supervising physician

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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