VA Disability Exam PA — Impactful Medical Opinions

Loyal Source; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 159,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Health Coverage

PTO & Holidays

Culture & Collaboration

Travel Stipends

Professional Development

Job summary

Loyal Source is seeking an Examiner Physician Assistant to support Veterans pursuing VA disability benefits. You will review claims, perform focused medical evaluations, and provide objective medical opinions to inform benefits determinations.

You will document findings in VA-compliant formats, ensuring accuracy and compassionate care throughout the process. Role avoids prescribing or treatment planning; the focus is on examinations, documentation, and compliance, with a predictable schedule and

Qualifications

• License: Valid and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in any U.S. state or territory.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year as a Physician Assistant.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) - current and maintained.
• Preferred: Experience in medical disability evaluations and/or working with Veterans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Medical Disability Examinations for Veterans, including reviewing medical histories and performing focused physical exams.
• Provide objective medical opinions on disability status and impact on daily functioning.
• Document examination findings and medical opinions in VA-compliant formats using our system.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to meet VA standards and maintain training compliance.
• Manage availability and appointments to ensure timely exam completion.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance in all records.

Skills

Clinical Judgment

Communication

Empathy & Ethics

Time Management

Teamwork & Independence

Attention to Detail

Education

PA program accreditation

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Loyal Source is seeking an Examiner Physician Assistant to support Veterans pursuing VA disability benefits. You will review claims, perform focused medical evaluations, and provide objective medical opinions to inform benefits determinations.

You will document findings in VA-compliant formats, ensuring accuracy and compassionate care throughout the process. Role avoids prescribing or treatment planning; the focus is on examinations, documentation, and compliance, with a predictable schedule and