Overview

This Advanced Practice Clinician for Veteran Exams – Durango, Colorado opportunity is for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant interested in structured, full-time assessment work supporting Veterans. The position supports Optum’s Veteran disability evaluation program and focuses on one-time clinical assessments rather than ongoing primary care.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing a consistent four-day workweek. All evaluations are completed in person at a clinic in Durango, Colorado, with no travel required.

The clinical focus is disability evaluation rather than longitudinal treatment. You will review relevant medical information, meet with Veterans for structured assessments, document objective findings, and complete the required evaluation records used in the disability determination process.

Position Details

• Location: Durango, Colorado
• Role: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Full-time
• Days: Monday–Thursday
• Hours: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Setting: In person
• Assignment Focus: Veteran disability evaluations through Optum
• Patient Population: Veterans undergoing disability assessments
• Travel: No travel required

Advanced Practice Clinician for Veteran Exams – Durango, Colorado Responsibilities

• Conduct structured, in-person disability evaluations for Veterans
• Review available medical records and relevant clinical history
• Obtain and document information related to claimed medical conditions
• Perform appropriate physical assessments within the scope of each evaluation
• Record objective clinical findings clearly and thoroughly
• Complete required disability evaluation documentation
• Follow established examination protocols and documentation standards
• Submit completed clinical records within required timelines
• Maintain professional and respectful communication with Veterans throughout the assessment process

These appointments are conducted to gather medical information used as part of a Veteran’s disability evaluation. The work is assessment-focused rather than traditional ongoing patient care, allowing the clinician to concentrate on thorough evaluations and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

Required

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Ability to conduct in-person clinical evaluations in Durango, Colorado
• Ability to work Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Ability to complete accurate and timely clinical documentation

What Makes This Durango Veteran Exam Role Distinct

This assignment offers a defined clinical scope and a predictable four-day schedule. Rather than managing an ongoing patient panel, the clinician works with Veterans individually for structured disability assessments.

The workflow places a strong emphasis on clinical evaluation, medical-record review, and documentation. There is no travel associated with the assignment, and all scheduled evaluations are performed at the Durango clinic.

For an NP or PA who enjoys assessment-driven work and prefers clear boundaries around the clinical encounter, this model provides an alternative to traditional primary care or high-volume outpatient practice.

What to Expect Working with Frontera

Frontera Search Partners is a boutique, relationship-driven healthcare staffing agency focused on responsive support and transparent expectations.

You will work directly with a recruiter who communicates clearly throughout the process and helps coordinate credentialing and onboarding. We keep the process straightforward, provide consistent updates, and stay available when questions come up.

Our approach centers on clear communication, reliable follow-through, and no ghosting from the initial conversation through assignment readiness.

Application Process

1. Submit your application online.
2. If your background and availability align, a recruiter will contact you for an initial screening.
3. Your profile will be presented directly for consideration.
4. You will interview with the hiring team.
5. Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement.
6. Your start date is confirmed once you are fully cleared.