Locum Tenens Physician - Traumatic Brain Injury/General Medicine near Fort Wayne, IN

We are seeking a Board-Certified Physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Fort Wayne, IN. This position involves conducting a combination of General Medicine and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) exams. This role is ideal for physicians who want to work in a non-treatment capacity, providing critical evaluations for Veterans. The position is PRN, meaning it will be on an as-needed basis, with flexible scheduling options available.

Position Overview:

• Profession: Physician


• Specialty: Traumatic Brain Injury/General Medicine


• Location: Near Fort Wayne, IN


• Dates: ASAP - Ongoing


• Rate Type: Daily


• Shift Type: Days, flexible

Responsibilities:

• Perform a combination of General Medicine and Traumatic Brain Injury exams for Veterans.


• Conduct non-treatment C&P (Compensation & Pension) exams and separation health assessments.


• Exams are interview-based, with some physical assessment required (, range of motion, muscle strength testing).


• Submit standardized Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) within 48 hours after completing each exam.


• No prescribing and no ongoing treatment required.

Schedule:

• PRN basis with ongoing need for coverage.


• Flexible scheduling options:
  
  
  
  • Option to work half days (4 hours) or full days (8 hours).
  
  
  
  


• Two options for coverage:
  
  
  
  • Travel to perform exams at designated facilities.
  
  
  • Schedule Veterans within your own practice.
  
  
  
  

Key Features:

• No Emergency/Temp Privileges required.


• Fast credentialing and onboarding process.


• No narrative report writingonly standardized forms (DBQs).


• Exams primarily focus on assessing physical abilities such as range of motion and muscle strength.


• Use of Goniometer required for range of motion testing.


• Familiarity with Musculoskeletal, Diabetes, and Cardio evaluations is preferred.


• Experience with METs testing and evaluating conditions related to respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems is required.


• Physicians must use their own personal laptop (no Macs allowed).

Requirements:

• Must be Board Certified in one of the following specialties:
  
  
  
  • Neurology
  
  
  • Neurosurgery
  
  
  • PM&R (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)
  
  
  
  


• State License: Active Indiana license required.


• Training on Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) will be provided.


• Must be able to submit final DBQs within 48 hours after completing the exams.

Why This Opportunity?

• Flexible scheduling that accommodates either part-time or full-time availability.


• Work in a non-treatment role and make a direct impact by assisting Veterans with their medical evaluations.


• Earn CME credits through required DMA certification.


• Competitive daily rates and a quick onboarding process.

If you are a board-certified physician with experience in General Medicine or Traumatic Brain Injury, and you're passionate about working with Veterans, this opportunity near Fort Wayne, IN, is a perfect fit.

Job ID: J-247139