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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 testing . Certification: 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 conditions . Able 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 credits . This 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- HDAJOBS MDSTAFF
Worksite address
columbia, MO, 65201, US
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