Compensation & Pension (C&P) Examiner - MD/DO/NP/PA - Expression of Interest

Experience

• Minimum 1 year post-licensure clinical experience
• Primary care, internal medicine, family medicine, EM, or occupational health preferred
  Disability evaluation experience
• Proficiency in comprehensive physical examination and diagnostic interpretation
• Demonstrated organizational skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining accuracy under turnaround time requirement
• DBQ completion experience
• VA nexus opinion writing experience

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills to handle sensitive situations professionally
• Strong written communication — clear, concise clinical documentation
• Detail-oriented; accuracy-first mindset
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, Adobe PDF, web platforms, EMR systems
• Ability to manage workload independently under turnaround time requirements

Licensing & Compliance

• Active, unrestricted New Jersey or Virginia license (no restrictions, probation, or exclusions)
• Clear OIG exclusion list status (verified pre-credentialing)
• Active NPI number
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; eligible for federal contractor work
• NPs and PAs must have an active collaborative agreement with a supervising physician to practice
• Independent contractors are responsible for maintaining active professionalliability/malpractice insurance. Coverage minimums will be provided upon screening

At Least One of the Following Credentials

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) — fully licensed, unrestricted — New Jersey or Virginia license required
• Nurse Practitioner (MSN/DNP) — New Jersey or Virginia license required
• Physician Assistant (MMS/MPAS or equivalent) — New Jersey or Virginia license required

Physical & Travel Requirements

Prolonged periods standing and sitting. Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. Full range of motion required for conducting physical examinations. Flexibility required in the event of changes to exam space locations within the same city.

As a C&P Examiner, you will conduct focused, evidence-based Medical Disability Examinations for Veterans, completing VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) through our portal. This role does not involve treatment planning, prescribing, or primary care — it is a dedicated disability evaluation function.

• Conduct comprehensive Medical Disability Examinations (MDEs) for Veterans in connection with service-connected injury and illness claims
• Review and analyze medical records, diagnostic results, and service records to inform examination findings
• Render objective, evidence-based medical opinions using VA nexus language standards ("at least as likely as not," etc.)
• Complete and submit VA DBQs accurately via our web-based portal within required turnaround times - Average Days to Complete (ADC) ≤ 2 days
• Collaborate with NRMG's quality assurance process; respond to QA addendum requests within required windows
• Maintain availability scheduling commitments per prime contractor requirements (calendar provided 10 days in advance)
• Uphold full HIPAA compliance and VA data security standards for all veteran PHI
• Complete VA TMS training and all prime contractor onboarding requirements prior to first examination