General Medicine Examiner (Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant) Veterans Disability Exams
In-Person $1,300 $1,400 Per Day Compensation Negotiable Based on Experience
Overview
Frontera Search is seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to perform Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability examinations for our nation's Veterans from their own office. This is an evaluation-only position with no ongoing patient care, treatment, medication management, or prescribing responsibilities.
Providers conduct comprehensive medical disability evaluations, complete VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs), and provide medical opinions when requested. All documentation is completed electronically and submitted to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to assist with disability benefit determinations. Examiners do not determine disability ratings or compensation decisions.
This opportunity offers a structured clinical environment, predictable scheduling, and the ability to focus exclusively on evaluations.
Compensation
- $1,300 $1,400 per day
- Compensation negotiable based on experience
- Consistent patient volume
- Predictable schedule
- No production quotas
Responsibilities
- Review Veterans' service treatment records, medical records, and prior examination reports
- Conduct comprehensive in-person medical disability examinations
- Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) accurately and thoroughly
- Provide medical opinions when requested by the VA
- Order and interpret diagnostic testing when clinically indicated, within your scope of practice
- Document examination findings electronically during each evaluation
- Submit completed examinations within hours
- Follow established protocols for medical or behavioral health emergencies when necessary
QualificationsRequired
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Active, unrestricted NP or PA license
- National certification appropriate to your profession
- Ability to independently perform focused medical evaluations across multiple body systems
- Strong clinical documentation and computer proficiency
- Experience using electronic medical records (EMR)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
- Commitment to providing compassionate, respectful care to our Veteran population
Preferred
- Prior Compensation & Pension (C&P) examination experience
- Previous experience working with Veterans or the Department of Veterans Affairs
- Experience in primary care, occupational medicine, urgent care, family medicine, or internal medicine
Why Join Frontera Search?
Frontera Search Partners is a boutique healthcare staffing firm committed to supporting providers through every stage of the assignment. Our team provides transparent communication, streamlined credentialing, and ongoing support so you can focus on delivering high-quality evaluations.
Why Providers Enjoy This Role
- Evaluation-only practice
- No treatment plans or follow-up care
- No medication management
- No prescribing required as part of this role
- No insurance billing
- Predictable schedule
- Dedicated administrative support
- Opportunity to serve Veterans while maintaining an excellent work-life balance
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity that offers exceptional daily compensation, flexibility, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Veterans, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more!
Application Question(s):
- Do you have your own office in which you can see patients?
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)
- Physician Assistant License (Required)
Work Location: In person
