Physician – Veterans Disability Evaluations – Colby, KS
TL;DR
Overview
Frontera is seeking a physician to work as a VA Physician Examiner in Colby, Kansas. This is a contract assignment focused entirely on general medical disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans.
The role is open to physicians in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. You will review service treatment records, complete the standardized Disability Benefits Questionnaires the VA requests, and document findings in a web-based examination platform.
The schedule is 4 days per week, set in advance so it fits around a current position or a reduced clinical load. The scope is evaluation only — no treatment and no prescribing.
Position Details
- Location: Within 25 miles of Colby, Kansas
- Facility type: Outpatient clinic
- Schedule: 4 days per week
- Employment type: Contract
- Work setting: In person, evaluation only
- Patient population: U.S. Veterans undergoing disability evaluations
- Documentation: Web-based examination platform
- Compensation: $975 – $1150 per day
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted Kansas license required
Responsibilities
- Review service treatment records before each examination
- Conduct general medical disability evaluations across all body systems
- Perform the diagnostic testing the examination requires
- Complete the relevant Disability Benefits Questionnaires
- Provide medical opinions when requested and supported by the evidence
- Document findings in the web-based examination platform
- Submit completed examinations within required timelines
- Maintain professional, respectful interactions with every Veteran
Qualifications
Required
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- Board eligibility or certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
- Active, unrestricted Kansas license
- Ability to complete independent evaluations and documentation within required timelines
Preferred
- Prior VA or Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination experience
- Previous experience performing general medical disability evaluations
Why Providers Enjoy This Role
- Evaluation-only scope with no treatment or prescribing
- No ongoing patient management or follow-up care
- Standardized forms and clear submission deadlines
- Work that applies your training directly to Veterans’ disability claims
- A predictable number of clinic days rather than an open-ended commitment
What to Expect Working With Frontera
Frontera is a boutique healthcare staffing agency. You will work directly with a recruiter who knows this assignment, provides timely updates, and supports you through credentialing and onboarding.
We communicate what we know, answer questions directly, and follow up consistently. You will know where things stand at every stage.
Application Process
- Submit your application online
- If your background aligns with the opportunity, a recruiter will contact you for an initial screening
- Your profile is presented directly to the facility
- You interview with the hiring team
- Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement
- Your start date is confirmed once credentialing and required clearances are complete
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