Provider for VA Exams-Minot ND, 4 days a week

Responsibilities

• Perform Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations in accordance with VA schedules and protocols in Minot, ND.
• Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations, psychiatric evaluations, or specialty assessments as required for C&P exams.
• Complete VA-required documentation accurately and timely, including Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs), exam reports, and any electronic health record (EHR) entries.
• Adhere to VA clinical standards, local policies, HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements during all encounters.
• Coordinate with scheduling teams, case managers, and administrative staff to confirm appointments, manage cancellations/no-shows, and optimize travel routes.
• Maintain professional patient interactions, explain exam procedures clearly, address veteran concerns, and ensure patient comfort and safety during exams.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews, training sessions, and any required VA or contractor orientation programs.
• Report exam findings promptly and respond to documentation or clarification requests from VA adjudicators or clinical leads.

Required Skills

• Active, unrestricted state clinical license appropriate to the role (e.g., MD, DO, PA, NP, or other applicable licensure).
• Clinical examination skills relevant to the specialty area(s) being examined (e.g., primary care, psychiatry, neurology, orthopedics).
• Familiarity with VA C&P exam processes and Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) is strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to produce clear, concise, and well-documented exam reports.
• Strong time management, route planning, and organizational skills to manage travel schedules and caseloads efficiently.
• Comfortable using electronic medical records, mobile documentation tools, and standard office software; basic telehealth competence a plus.
• Professional demeanor, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work independently in field settings.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and willingness/ability to travel regularly and occasionally overnight.

Benefits

• Competitive per-exam compensation with prompt payment processing.
• Mileage reimbursement and travel stipends for distance/overnight assignments.
• Flexible scheduling and opportunities to select assignments within designated service areas.
• Credentialing support, onboarding assistance, and access to VA-specific training materials.
• Continuing education opportunities and access to clinical resources relevant to C&P exams.
• Professional networking with VA clinical leadership and other contracted examiners.

Relevant Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice experience in an appropriate specialty (primary care, psychiatry, neurology, orthopedics, etc.) preferred.
• Active and unrestricted medical or clinical license in the state(s) where exams will be performed.
• Board certification or specialty training preferred but not required depending on assignment.
• Ability to pass background checks, criminal history screening, and drug testing as required by VA or contractor policy.
• Up-to-date immunizations and TB screening per organizational and VA requirements.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable insured vehicle, and the ability to travel extensively within assigned geographic territory.
• Access to a smartphone or tablet and reliable internet connectivity for scheduling and documentation tasks.
• Willingness to complete VA onboarding, orientation, and any required competency assessments prior to performing exams.