Overview

Frontera Search Partners is seeking an NP/PA for VA exams in Palmdale, California. This full-time, in-person opportunity supports Veterans Benefits Administration Medical Disability Examination services through Optum. The clinic is located at 40015 Sierra Highway, Suite B165, Palmdale, California 93550. The requested schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and no travel is required.

This assignment centers on focused disability examination work for Veterans. It is designed for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who brings sound clinical judgment, an organized documentation approach, and the ability to provide a professional, respectful experience during each scheduled visit. The role is part of a structured evaluation process and is distinct from a traditional longitudinal patient panel.

Position Details

• Location: Palmdale, California
• Facility: 40015 Sierra Highway, Suite B165, Palmdale, California 93550
• Role: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Setting: In person
• Assignment focus: Veterans Benefits Administration Medical Disability Examination services
• Travel: No travel required

Scope of the Role

The NP/PA will support the established VBA MDE clinic workflow by conducting scheduled, in-person examinations and completing the required evaluation materials. Each encounter requires careful attention to the information relevant to the examination, objective clinical findings, and accurate documentation. The work calls for a focused, efficient approach while maintaining clear and respectful communication with Veterans.

Palmdale offers a consistent weekday clinic rhythm. The full-time Monday-through-Friday schedule provides a defined structure for clinicians who value predictable hours and assessment-focused work. Because the assignment is local and non-traveling, all scheduled work is completed at the Palmdale clinic.

The assignment requires dependable attendance across the standard clinic week, careful preparation for each appointment, and timely completion of the documentation connected to each evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person disability examinations for Veterans within the assigned clinic process.
• Review available clinical information relevant to each scheduled evaluation.
• Complete the assessment activities appropriate to the examination.
• Document objective findings accurately through the designated workflow.
• Complete required evaluation records within expected timelines.
• Maintain a professional, respectful experience for every Veteran.
• Communicate clearly about availability and scheduling needs to support clinic operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Eligibility or certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant consistent with contract requirements.
• Active, unrestricted licensure consistent with contract requirements.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently within a structured in-person evaluation process.
• Ability to support the full-time Monday-through-Friday schedule in Palmdale.

Preferred

• Prior VA or C&P examination experience.
• Experience with focused evaluation workflows and timely electronic documentation.

Working Approach

Success in this role combines reliable availability, thoughtful preparation, and prompt completion of the required records. The assignment rewards clinicians who can stay organized across a full weekday schedule while keeping each examination centered on accurate findings and professional communication. The in-person setting allows the NP/PA to focus on each Veteran evaluation within a clear and established process.

Application Process

To be considered, submit a current resume and completed screening form. Candidates whose background and availability align with the Palmdale schedule will be contacted for next steps. Credentialing and start timing are coordinated after mutual agreement and required clearance.