Physician / Surgery - Orthopedics / Tennessee / Locum tenens / TBI/General Medicine Need in Tennessee Job
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Not Specified, TN, USA
Not Specified, TN, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Orthopedic Physician
- Locum Tenens
- Compensation and Pension Exams
This locum tenens position seeks an Orthopedic Physician in Tennessee to conduct Compensation & Pension exams and Separation Health Assessments primarily for Veterans. The role involves no treatment or prescribing, focusing on standardized disability evaluations and reporting using DBQs within 48 hours. Applicants must be board certified or eligible, have an active Tennessee license, and be proficient in METs testing and musculoskeletal assessment tools.
Coverage NeededASAP - OngoingSeeking General Medicine Providers to work with Veterans performing Compensation & Pension exams + Separation Health Assessments across the country. Block-time availability is preferred but willing to accept providers with sporadic availability - will be on an as-needed basis.ScheduleDay Shifts. Full day (5 hours or Longer) or Half Days (4 hours or less)As-Needed BasisNot a set schedule. Some providers work 9am " 5pm, 12pm " 4pm, 8am " 5pm, etc Clinical DetailsOne-Time non-treatment C&P exams + separation health assessmentsTravel to facility to complete exam or perform exam within own practice - within 50 miles All patients are VeteransNo prescribing, no treatmentDuties: Proficient in METs testing, evaluating, and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions, DBQsTraining shall be provided for all Reporting/Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)Reporting/DBQs must be submitted within 48 hours upon exam completion - no narrative report. End product is completion of standardized form(s).Record review and Follow-up administrative work will be required on a regular basis (Addendums, medical opinions, reading diagnostics)RequirementsMust be willing to get DMA Certified upon hireDMA certification available (can get CME credits) " will need to obtain once privileged if not already certifiedProficient in METs testing, evaluating and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions - RequiredActive TN LicenseBoard Certified or Truly Board Eligible within 0-3 years of residency - Required Previous compensation and pension evaluation experienceMust be willing to wear a mask during all visits - Required Must have own laptop/computerno Apple/Mac ProductsUse of Goniometer - requiredFamiliar with Musculoskeletal, Diabetes, and Cardio " requiredActive and unrestricted full license - Required, provide license # at time of name clearMust live at address within 50 miles of site - CV needs current home address listedWill need a copy of ECFMG certificate if attended school in a different countryEMRClient Provider Portal




