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TBI Examiner – Charleston, South Carolina
Overview
Frontera Search Partners is recruiting a physician to serve as a TBI Examiner in Charleston, South Carolina, providing structured Traumatic Brain Injury disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans.
This is a part-time opportunity for a physician who wants a consistent three-day-per-week schedule without taking on an ongoing patient panel. The work centers on comprehensive clinical assessments and documentation related to Veterans’ disability claims rather than ongoing treatment.
TBI examinations are structured evaluations designed to document a Veteran’s history, current symptoms, functional limitations, and other findings relevant to a disability determination. The examiner provides an independent clinical assessment; disability determinations are made separately through the VA claims process.
Position Details
- Location: Charleston, South Carolina
- Schedule: 3 days per week
- Employment type: Part-time
- Work setting: In-person, evaluation-focused
- Patient population: U.S. Veterans undergoing disability evaluations
- Clinical focus: Traumatic Brain Injury evaluations
- Treatment: No ongoing treatment or patient management
TBI Examiner Responsibilities
- Review available medical records and relevant service history before examinations
- Conduct comprehensive Traumatic Brain Injury evaluations
- Obtain and document relevant medical and injury history
- Assess neurological, cognitive, behavioral, and functional effects associated with TBI
- Complete required disability examination documentation
- Provide medical opinions when requested and supported by the clinical evidence
- Complete examination documentation within established timelines
- Respond to clarification requests when additional clinical information is required
- Maintain professional and respectful interactions with Veterans
Qualifications Required
Qualified physicians should be an MD or DO with training and experience appropriate for comprehensive TBI examinations.
Applicable specialties may include:
- Neurology
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
- Psychiatry
- Neurosurgery
Licensure, specialty, and credentialing eligibility will be confirmed during the screening process.
Preferred
- Previous Traumatic Brain Injury evaluation experience
- Prior VA or Compensation & Pension examination experience
- Experience conducting disability evaluations or independent medical examinations
- Familiarity with structured clinical examination forms and medical opinions
What to Expect Working with Frontera
Frontera Search Partners is a boutique healthcare staffing agency focused on responsive communication and long-term relationships with clinicians.
You’ll work directly with a recruiter who understands the assignment and will keep you informed throughout screening, submission, credentialing, and scheduling. We provide clear expectations, straightforward communication, and consistent follow-up throughout the process.
Our team also helps organize credentialing requirements and documentation so you know what has been completed and what remains outstanding.
Application Process
- Submit your application online with a current CV or résumé.
- If your background aligns, a Frontera recruiter will contact you for an initial screening.
- Your profile will be presented directly to the facility.
- You’ll interview with the hiring team.
- Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement.
- Your recurring three-day clinic schedule and start date are confirmed once requirements are cleared.
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Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $1,600.00 - $1,700.00 per day
Expected hours: 24.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
License/Certification:
- MD / DO License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,600 - $1,700