What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician - Veteran Disability Exams position at Frontera Search Partners?
Overview
This Physician opportunity supports Veterans completing compensation and pension examinations. Family Medicine or Internal Medicine MD/DO physicians conduct general medical disability evaluations. The work focuses on objective evaluations with no ongoing treatment plans or follow-up care.
You would work one day per week or one week per month, with dates confirmed ahead of time rather than assigned week to week. Hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m. on scheduled weekdays, Monday–Friday. The scope is evaluation only — no treatment and no prescribing.
Position Details
- Location: Within 25 miles of Clear Lake, Iowa
- Facility type: Outpatient clinic; office provided
- Schedule: One day per week or one week per month; 8 a.m.–5 p.m. on scheduled weekdays, Monday–Friday
- Employment type: Contract
- Work setting: In person, evaluation only
- Patient population: U.S. Veterans undergoing disability evaluations
- Documentation: Web-based examination platform
- Compensation: Daily rate
- Travel pay: Not provided
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted license from any state
Responsibilities
- Conduct general medical disability evaluations across all body systems
- Review service treatment records before each examination
- Perform the diagnostic testing the examination requires
- Complete the relevant Disability Benefits Questionnaires
- Provide opinions when requested and within your scope of practice
- Document findings in the web-based examination platform
- Submit completed examinations within required timelines
- Maintain professional, respectful interactions with every Veteran
Qualifications
Required
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
- Board eligible or board certified
- Active, unrestricted license from any state
- Ability to complete independent evaluations and documentation within required timelines
- No prior examination experience is required. Training is provided.
Why Providers Enjoy This Role
- Clinic days scheduled in advance
- Evaluation-only scope with no treatment or prescribing
- No ongoing patient management or follow-up care
- Standardized forms and clear submission deadlines
What to Expect Working With Frontera
Frontera is a boutique healthcare staffing agency. You will work directly with a recruiter who knows this assignment, provides timely updates, and supports you through credentialing and onboarding.
We communicate what we know, answer questions directly, and follow up consistently. You will know where things stand at every stage.
Application Process
- Submit your application online
- If your background aligns with the opportunity, a recruiter will contact you for an initial screening
- Your profile is presented directly to the facility
- You interview with the hiring team
- Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement
- Your start date is confirmed once credentialing and required clearances are complete
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Pay: $800.00 - $1,200.00 per day
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- PA-C (Required)
- NP-C (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $800 - $1,200