Physician for VA Exams in Hazard, KY
TL;DR
Overview
Frontera is recruiting a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine physician to conduct general medical disability evaluations for U.S. Veterans in Hazard, Kentucky on a contract basis.
It suits physicians in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine. The work involves reviewing service treatment records, completing the standardized Disability Benefits Questionnaires, and documenting findings in a web-based platform.
You would work 1 day per week, with dates confirmed ahead of time rather than assigned week to week. The scope is evaluation only — no treatment and no prescribing.
Position Details
- Location: Within 1 mile of Hazard, Kentucky
- Facility type: Outpatient clinic
- Schedule: 1 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 Kentucky license required
Responsibilities
- Conduct general medical disability evaluations across all body systems
- Review service treatment records before each examination
- Perform the diagnostic testing the examination requires
- Document findings in the web-based examination platform
- Complete the relevant Disability Benefits Questionnaires
- Provide medical opinions when requested and supported by the evidence
- 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 Kentucky license required
- 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
- Clinic days scheduled in advance and predictable
- No ongoing patient management or follow-up care
- Clear documentation standards and submission deadlines
- A direct, meaningful connection to Veterans’ disability claims
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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