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-246347