What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner position at BAS Healthcare?
Job Summary
This opportunity is available for medical professionals in Northern Maine, near the Canadian border, and other parts of the state. The location offers a serene setting with Portage Lake and surrounding forests.
Company Overview
A private company provides medical disability examination and evaluation services to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform medical examinations on a PRN basis, as needed
- Candidates with specialties in family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, or general medicine are welcome
- Two options for coverage: travel to a leased facility or schedule veterans within your own practice
- Flexible scheduling: work 4-hour days or full 8-hour days, Monday to Friday, with no weekends or call
- Conduct one-time non-treatment C&P exams and separation health assessments
- Exams involve interviews and physical assessments, including range of motion testing and muscle strength testing
- No prescribing or treatment involved
Requirements
- Familiarity with musculoskeletal, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions
- Proficiency in METs testing, evaluating, and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions
- Possession of a personal laptop (Windows-based)
- Ability to complete Reporting/Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) within 48 hours of exam completion
- Willingness to perform record reviews and administrative tasks, including addendums, medical opinions, and reading diagnostics
Compensation
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included
