Locum - Physician - General Medicine Houston, TX

Job description

Location:
Peru, IL

Peru offers a charming small-town atmosphere in north-central Illinois with a strategic location along the Illinois River. It provides an excellent work-life balance with proximity to outdoor recreation opportunities while being within reasonable driving distance to major cities like Chicago.

Facility:
This facility is part of a government contractor helping our nation's Veterans through medical evaluations. The organization provides comprehensive evaluation services through a well-established network that ensures quality care for veterans seeking disability compensation and benefits.

Opportunity:
General Medicine Provider - Veterans Evaluation Services

Job Details:
• Perform Compensation & Pension exams and Separation Health Assessments for veterans • PRN basis with ongoing opportunities • Option to work half days (4-hours) and/or full days (8-hours) • One-time non-treatment CP exams and separation health assessments • Exams are primarily interview-based with some physical assessment (range of motion testing, muscle strength testing) • No prescribing or treatment required • Quick credentialing and onboarding process • Opportunity to work at provider's own office or at the Peru, IL location (1 day per week needed) • Accepted specialties include family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, or anyone with a background in general medicine or experience with compensation and pension • Must be proficient in METs testing, evaluating and diagnosing respiratory and cardiovascular conditions • Must own a laptop (no Mac/Apple products) • Requires active and unrestricted full license • Must be willing to complete DMA training to become DMA certified • Follow-up administrative work required on a regular basis (addendums, medical opinions, and reading diagnostics) • Weekend availability desired but not required • Local candidates only (travel included in rates) • One-time bonus of $650 for completing all required training and performing first exams

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.