Job Description

Experience the Matrix Providers Advantage. We strive to provide a framework of stability and structure for our valued employees. Join our team of talented professionals who provide health care services to our Veterans at the Medical Disability Examinations ( MDE) facility reside in Corpus Christi, McAllen, or Laredo, TX.

Matrix Providers is hiring a Traumatic Brain Injury Provider ( Neurological Surgery, Neurology, or Physiatry (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) to join our team of talented medical professionals to conduct a one-time, non-treatment Veteran Disability Exams reside in Corpus Christi, McAllen, or Laredo, TX.

• Employment Status: Independent Contractor (Examiner can reside in Corpus Christi, TX or McAllen, TX)
• Compensation: Negotiable
• Schedule: Part Time, Monday-Friday (Travel to McAllen, TX, Corpus Christi, TX, and Laredo, TX as needed but not required), 8:00am-5:00pm.
• Benefits: Competitive financial package

Requirements: The Traumatic Brain Injury Provider (Psychiatrist, Neurologist, or Physiatrist PM&R) must meet the following qualifications:

• Must hold an MD/DO license in at least one state in the United States.
• Must be board-certified in Neurological Surgery, Neurology, or Physiatry (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) or candidate must have completed a 2-year residency with one of these specialties.
• Psychiatrists are occasionally considered but must meet the board certification or residency requirements and are subject to approval from the medical director.
• Demonstrates compassion and professionalism and a commitment to providing excellent service and care.
• Proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using EMR and platforms.
• Skilled in professional communication, critical thinking, and informed-care decision-making.
• Works independently and can manage time in order to provide a quality service while meeting set deadlines.
• Have an active and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in clinical settings.
• Prior VA or C&P exam experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities:

• This role performs Disability Assessments on Veterans. You will not treat, and you will not prescribe medication in this position. This is an in-person position, telehealth opportunities may present as needed.
• Read Order request(s) including any remarks, questions, directions, or requests for opinion; thorough review of medical history including service records and previous exams. This includes refuting previous medical opinions from previous examiners
• Completes appropriate Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQ) and Medical Opinions (MO) through the Electronic Medical Records System (EMR) during the exam and provides necessary documentation to the VA with a full understanding of the Veteran's claimed contention(s)
• Explain the exam process to the veteran and confirm the claimed conditions with the veteran
• Complete the chart and submit the exam within 24-48 hours after the exam is completed
• Administers and interprets the MOCA test as needed
• Flexible schedule allowing exams to be completed in person and potentially telehealth
• If telehealth exams are requested:
  • Willing to troubleshoot IT issues with veteran
  • Ability to navigate in a virtual platform
  • Maintain a professional background for virtual appointment

Key Attributes:

• Able to analyze data from the VA medical records and medical literature related to assessments and assessment outcomes
• Works well independently and has strong time management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Computer and technology proficiency
• Ability to collaborate with staff that are on-site and remote

Matrix Providers will never request any form of payment from candidates in exchange for consideration for employment. Furthermore, all communication from Matrix Providers will be conducted exclusively through official Matrix Providers email addresses. Any correspondence from alternative email addresses should be considered fraudulent.

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