Family Practice

Job ID: 205991

NP needed for Veteran Exams in Grand Junction, CO. Can you help?

Job description

We are currently seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Nurse Practitioner to conduct Medical Disability Examinations (MDEs) for the Veteran population. This is a meaningful opportunity to support our nation’s Veterans by providing accurate, high-quality assessments that help determine eligibility for disability benefits.

Position Overview:

Specialty Accepted: Nurse Practitioner

Patient Population: Adult Veterans

Exam Volume: 1–8 claimants per day

Schedule: Standard daytime hours (exact schedule varies)

Location: On-site (local candidates preferred)

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive Medical Disability Examinations (MDEs), including:

Medical history review

Focused physical exams

Assessing impact of disabilities on daily life

Perform sensitive exams (PAPs, Pelvic, and other gender-specific assessments) for both male and female Veterans

Review and interpret medical records, diagnostic tests, and other clinical documentation

Complete and submit Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and Medical Opinions (MOs) in the VA's Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system

Document findings thoroughly and accurately per VA guidelines and contractual obligations

Submit completed charts within 24–48 hours of examination

Collaborate with Quality Assurance team and manage cases through the designated case management system

Qualifications:

Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner

Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing as an NP

Comfortable performing sensitive exams (both male and female patients)

Proficiency with web-based exam forms and EMRs

Strong time management and documentation skills

Technologically adept – comfortable using Windows OS, Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel

NPI required

Local/commutable candidates preferred

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