Location: Houston, OR

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: PRN (Per diem) day coverage — half-day (4-hour) and full-day (8-hour) options; schedule varies by site. Current local needs include: The Dalles, OR — 1 day/week; Brookings, OR — 1 day/week; Tillamook, OR — 1/2 day/week. Day shifts, exact start/end times vary by clinic.

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

• Conduct timely Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations that are non-treatment and interview-focused
• Perform Separation Health Assessments for service members transitioning from duty
• Lead thorough veteran medical interviews to gather relevant history and functional impact
• Complete focused physical assessments including range of motion and muscle strength testing
• Produce clear, well-documented exam reports, addendums, and medical opinions
• Review and interpret diagnostic information as part of the evaluation process
• Coordinate with VES for scheduling, documentation submission, and any required follow-up

Qualifications

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or equivalent clinician credential appropriate for role
• Clinical background in family medicine, internal medicine, orthopedic surgery, or general medicine — experience with compensation & pension a plus
• Comfortable performing non-treatment exams and focused physical assessments (ROM, strength testing)
• Ability to complete required VES training and onboarding prior to patient encounters
• For office-based option: maintain your own office within a 50-mile radius of the listed city
• For per diem option: reside within a 50-mile radius of the VES facility used for coverage
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail for exam reports and addendums

Education

• Nurse Practitioner (NP) degree or equivalent advanced clinical degree

Knowledge & Skills

• Clinical assessment and focused physical examination techniques
• Veteran medical interviewing and history-taking
• Range of motion testing and muscle strength testing methods
• Experience with non-treatment, forensic-style exam documentation
• Ability to create clear medical opinions and complete addendums
• Comfort reviewing diagnostic reports and incorporating findings into exams
• Good time management to complete exams and required administrative follow-up

Benefits

• Flexible PRN schedule that works around your life — pick half-day or full-day shifts
• Quick credentialing and onboarding so you can start helping Veterans sooner
• Meaningful work performing non-treatment Compensation & Pension and Separation Health exams
• Opportunity to work in your own office or at a nearby VES facility within a 50-mile radius
• Regular clinical practice without prescribing or ongoing treatment responsibilities
• Supportive administrative process with centralized scheduling and clinical guidance
• Great chance to broaden skills in C&P exams, addendums, medical opinions, and diagnostic review
• Work that directly serves Veterans and supports their benefits process

Travel Perks: Explore Houston, OR

Explore scenic Oregon coast towns and inland river country while working: In Brookings enjoy dramatic beaches, fishing, and the seasonal blooms at Azalea Park; in Tillamook discover the coastal cheese country, visit the Tillamook Forest and nearby beaches, and take a short drive to Cape Meares for lighthouse views; in The Dalles experience the Columbia River Gorge with hiking, river vistas, wineries, and local history at Fort Dalles. Weekend escapes to state parks, coastal trails, and regional food and wine spots make local downtime delightful.

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