Job description
Overview
We are expanding our physician panel for Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) cases and are seeking experienced physicians to perform:
Independent Medical Examinations (IMEs)
Peer Reviews
Or both
Primary demand is in TX, LA, and CA, particularly in Orthopedics, Neurology, and Psychiatry. However, we welcome physicians in any specialty with prior Longshore experience.
This is an independent contractor opportunity offering flexible, case-based assignments.
Responsibilities
Conduct objective, defensible IMEs for Longshore cases
Perform comprehensive peer reviews of medical records
Provide detailed, timely written reports
Maintain compliance with LHWCA standards and documentation requirements
Qualifications
Active, unrestricted medical license (TX, LA, CA preferred; additional states welcome)
Board-certified or board-eligible in Orthopedics, Neurology, Psychiatry, or related specialty
Prior Longshore IME and/or Peer Review experience strongly preferred
Strong analytical and report-writing skills
Ability to manage case timelines independently
Preferred Experience
Experience performing 30+ Longshore IMEs and/or Peer Reviews
Prior work with third-party administrators (TPAs), insurance carriers, employers, or IME vendors
Multi-state Longshore case experience
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.