LHI - Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant- Peoria, IL(Kelby)
TGB3 is seeking to contract a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to perform Compensation & Pension Exams (C&P) for our military Veterans at various sites through the USA.
- Length: 6-12 months (option to extend)
- Start Date: April 2024
- Hours: Full-time (Mon-Fri) 4/5 days/wk
- Location: Peoria, IL
- Pay: TOP HOURLY RATE
Contract Description
Your services support the Veterans Benefits Administration Medical Disabilities Examinations program. Veterans are scheduled for appointments at contracted facilities for compensation and pension exams and embeds practitioners in facilities as needs warrant. Dedicated facilities are in areas where there is a large Veteran population with the potential for high volume.
- The compensation and pension exam helps the VA answer questions about Veterans’ current health. The practitioners will not decide the percent of disability or rating, develop treatment plans, or prescribe medication.
- Completed documentation is sent to the VA for final determination on all disability claims.
- Prior to the exam, the practitioner reviews a Veteran’s medical or mental health history, using electronic bookmarks that highlight the portions applicable to the Veteran’s claimed condition.
- The practitioner is guided through a web-based examination form in LHI’s Provider Portal to capture the Veteran’s responses during the exam.
- Electronic exam documentation is known as a Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) and must be submitted promptly within 48 hours of each appointment.
- The number of DBQs completed per exam will vary based on the Veteran’s claimed conditions.
- Administrative time is provided to complete exam documentation and ensure timely submission.
- The documentation is reviewed by a team of medical professionals to ensure contract compliance and guarantee the verbiage aligns with customer requirements.
- Requests for changes or corrections to exam documentation must be submitted within 48 hours of the appointment.
- Review pertinent medical history documentation and provide one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams for Veterans.
- The Practitioner will capture responses during the exam through a web-based examination form; all documentation will be completed electronically.
- Completed exams are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations.
- General Medical take 45 minutes to several hours, depending on number of disabilities being claimed; Practitioner will be provided an approximate appointment length estimate for each scheduled exam, based on the Veteran’s claim(s)
General Medical Exams:
Common exams include musculoskeletal, cardio, and respiratory
Ancillaries (X-rays, labs, EKGs, PFTs, ABIs) may be ordered and will be conducted on location or nearby
Education/Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have a master’s degree in Nursing (NP) or successfully completed an approved Physician Assistant (PA) program.
Primary care experience is required. Qualified candidates must be actively licensed and able to work independently and as part of a team, have good interpersonal skills and a willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing situations. Candidates must possess basic com
Recommended Jobs
Field Engineer Level I
Job Summary The Field Engineer Level I will need good interactive skills and preferred experience with trouble shooting DDC systems. He/she should be proficient with technical tasks, will act as the…
Reefer Truck Driver - up to $130k / yr (Peoria)
Hiring CDL-A Truck Drivers TOP DRIVERS TAKE HOME MORE - Up to $130,000 net per year (Lease) COLD FREIGHT, HOT PAY - Strong weekly miles with mostly drop & hook YOUR CAREER, YOUR CONFIGURATI…
Administrative Assistant
Title : Administrative Assistant Location: Lincolnshire, IL (100% On-Site) Industry: Non-Profit Compensation: $20 – $23 / hr Work Schedule: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 5 PM Benefits: …
Fire Service Sales Rep
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, pl…
Bank Director Information Technology Security - To $190K - Chicago, IL - Job # 3654
Bank Director Information Technology Security – To $190K – Chicago, IL – Job # 3654 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nat…
Assistant Manager
Location: Springfield, Illinois | Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour | Job Type: Full-Time Are you a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? Qik n EZ, a locally owned and gr…
General Sales Manager - Development Program
Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of …
Part-Time Coordinator
Marshalls At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and priorit…
Construction Sales Reprsentative
Construction Sales Reprsentative at Home Genius Exteriors summary: The Construction Sales Representative role at Home Genius Exteriors involves meeting with pre-qualified customers to deliver home…
Head in Grade 4 within the Compliance Unit
About the Malta Business Registry The Malta Business Registry, established under Subsidiary Legislation 595.27, is responsible for the registration of new commercial partnerships, the registration of…