Locum Tenens Opportunity : General Medicine Physician Near Columbia, MO
We are currently seeking General Medicine Physicians for a locum tenens opportunity near Columbia, MO. This position involves performing Compensation & Pension exams and Separation Health Assessments for Veterans. The need is ongoing on a PRN basis, offering flexibility to fit your schedule. If you are looking for a rewarding role with minimal clinical intervention, this could be a great opportunity for you.
Position Overview :
- Position Type : Locum Tenens
- Specialty : General Medicine (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, or similar)
- Start Date : ASAP
- End Date : Ongoing
- Shift Type : Day shifts with flexible scheduling options
Responsibilities :
Veteran Examinations :Conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams and Separation Health Assessments for Veterans.
Exams are primarily interview-based with some physical assessments, including range of motion and muscle strength testing.No treatment or prescribing required.Flexible Work Options :Travel to a VES-leased facility to perform exams.
Schedule Veterans within your own practice.Option to work half days (4 hours) or full days (8 hours) based on your availability.Non-Treatment Role :One-time assessments with no long-term follow-up or clinical care.
Requirements :
Board Certified / Eligible : Accepting candidates from Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, or other related specialties.Licensure : Must hold an active, unrestricted license to practice in the state of Missouri.Experience : Candidates should be familiar with musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and respiratory conditions, and be proficient in METs testingCertification : Must obtain Disability Medical Assessment (DMA) certification if not already certified. This certification will provide CME credits, but the cost for certification and portal training is not reimbursed.Equipment : Must have a personal laptop (no Mac / Apple products) and be proficient in using a goniometer for physical assessments.Additional Skills :
Comfortable working with Veteran populations and completing non-treatment medical assessments.Proficient in evaluating respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditionsAble to work weekends , if needed.Benefits :
Quick Credentialing : Streamlined onboarding process for rapid start.Flexible Work Schedule : Choose your hours to fit your availability.Meaningful Work : Make a significant impact by assisting Veterans in receiving necessary medical assessments for their benefits.CME Opportunities : Obtain DMA certification for additional CME creditsThis is an excellent opportunity for physicians looking for flexible, meaningful work while supporting our nation's Veterans. You can choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle while delivering important medical evaluations.
Job ID : j-246347 HDAJOBS MDSTAFF