Nurse Practitioner (32570)
$120,000–$150,000 year
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations, Physical Health Assessments, and Department of the Interior evaluations for veterans and service members within the clinic setting. Perform focused history and physical examinations, review medical and service records, and interpret diagnostic testing including pulmonary function tests and electrocardiograms. Complete detailed evaluative reports and clinical documentation in accordance with Veterans Health Administration and Department of Disability and Medical Assessment guidelines. Collaborate with Medical Assistants and operational staff to ensure smooth clinic operations and claimant flow while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) license
- Master's degree in Nursing
- Minimum of 35 W.P.M. typing speed
- Proficiency in multiple software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret common correspondence, medical records and itemized billing statements, and legal contracts and documents
- Ability to write clearly and informatively to all required audiences and edit own work for appropriate spelling and grammar
- Ability to respond appropriately and professionally to all inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, upper management, and/or members of the business community
- Ability to effectively present information one-on-one, in small groups, and/or to clients or vendors of the company
- Ability to work at a desk or similar office-type furnishings up to 8 hours a day or longer as required by business needs
- Ability to operate a computer up to 4 hours at a time
- Ability to travel to different floors of the office or other locations
- Ability to move throughout the office
- Occasionally lifting and/or carrying up to 20 lbs.
- Occasionally pushing/pulling up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to stay focused and concentrate under normal or heavy distractions
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary and operations teams
- Ability to maintain professionalism, objectivity, and unbiased clinical documentation in all examination activities
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining quality and timeliness standards
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and regulatory requirements
- Ability to adjust effectively to fluctuating claimant volumes, operational demands, and scheduling changes while maintaining quality and professionalism
- Extended hours are occasionally required beyond the regular eight (8) hour work day
Desired Qualifications
- One or more years of nursing or clinical examination experience
- Compensation & Pension (C&P) examination experience
- Experience with computerized charting and healthcare documentation systems
- Previous experience in occupational health, military health evaluations, or ambulatory clinic environments
- Strong clinical assessment, examination, and diagnostic interpretation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Knowledge of medical terminology, diagnostic procedures, and evidence-based clinical practices
- Typing proficiency of at least 35 WPM
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