Location: Houston, TX

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: PRN / Per diem, Day shifts; Half-day (4-hour) or Full-day (5+ hour) assignments — specific start/end times vary by site and will be scheduled based on local need; examples of current needs include Burlington, VT (1 day/week) and Rutland, VT (2 days/week)

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams and Separation Health Assessments with professionalism and empathy
• Conduct comprehensive interview-based evaluations and targeted physical assessments including range of motion and muscle strength testing
• Complete thorough, accurate documentation and submit timely reports and addendums
• Provide clear medical opinions and review diagnostics as needed for each non-treatment exam
• Coordinate with credentialing and onboarding teams to maintain compliance and readiness
• Communicate respectfully with Veterans, focusing on clarity, dignity, and veteran-centered care

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the state(s) where exams will be performed
• Clinical background in General Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Orthopedic Surgery preferred
• Experience with non-treatment exams or familiarity with Compensation & Pension (C&P) processes is a strong plus
• Ability to perform interview-based exams and physical assessments (range of motion and muscle strength testing)
• Access to a private clinic/office within 50 miles of the listed city for OWN OFFICE assignments (or ability to meet the 50-mile radius requirement for per diem roles)
• Comfort with completing documentation, addendums, and medical opinions as part of the role
• Willingness to complete required training and onboarding prior to performing exams

Education

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with NP certification
• Relevant NP national certification and state licensure

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled at conducting interview-based clinical assessments
• Proficient in non-treatment physical exam techniques including range of motion and muscle strength testing
• Strong report-writing and documentation abilities
• Experience reading and interpreting basic diagnostics relevant to C&P exams
• Familiarity with credentialing/onboarding processes and working in a contracted provider environment
• Ability to manage time efficiently during half-day and full-day exam blocks

Benefits

• Flexible PRN scheduling so you can pick days that fit your life
• Quick credentialing and onboarding to get you seeing Veterans fast
• Option to work at a VES facility or in your own office within the required radius
• Meaningful work helping Veterans with non-treatment C&P and separation exams
• Professional growth through performing specialized C&P exams and report writing
• Supportive administrative team and clear practice descriptions so expectations are transparent
• Local travel included for local candidates when applicable
• Work-life balance with half-day and full-day options

Travel Perks: Explore Houston, TX

Houston offers a big-city mix of culture, food, and outdoor options. Explore the Space Center Houston for aerospace history, stroll the Museum District for world-class galleries, kayak or bike along Buffalo Bayou Park, and savor diverse dining scenes in Midtown and Montrose. For a weekend getaway, head to Galveston Island for beaches and historic Strand District attractions. Sports, theater, and lively neighborhoods keep weekends full of options for a relaxing or adventurous off-duty life.

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