Locum Tenens Opportunity: Traumatic Brain Injury/General Medicine Physician near Loranger LA

• Profession: Physician


• Specialty: Traumatic Brain Injury/General Medicine


• Default Rate Type: Daily


• Emergency/Temp Privileges: No


• Shift Type: Days


• Shift(s) Description: PRN - as needed basis. Shifts TBD. Half day is 4 hours or less. Full day is 4-8 hours.

Are you a skilled and compassionate physician seeking a flexible opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of general medicine and traumatic brain injury? We are currently seeking providers to perform a combination of General Medicine and Traumatic Brain Injury exams near Loranger LA.

Details:

• This position offers flexibility on a PRN basis, with ongoing needs for coverage.


• Candidates must be Board Certified in any of the following specialties: Neurology, Neurosurgery, PM&R.


• Exams primarily involve interviews with patients, supplemented by physical assessments such as range of motion testing, muscle strength testing, and evaluating traumatic brain injury. Exams will encompass a mix of General Medicine and Traumatic Brain Injury.


• No prescribing or treatment is involved in these exams.


• DMA certification is available, allowing providers to obtain CME credits. However, this certification will need to be obtained once privileged if not already certified.


• The use of a Goniometer is required for accurate assessments.


• Proficiency in evaluating musculoskeletal, diabetes, and cardiovascular conditions is required, along with METs testing and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions.


• Candidates must have their own personal laptop (NO Apple Laptops/MACs) for documentation purposes.


• Training will be provided for all Reporting/Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs), with completed forms to be submitted within 48 hours post-exam. The end product is the completion of standardized form(s).


• Evaluations will be completed in VES's provider portal, with records reviewed.


• We are currently seeking 3 providers to fulfill this role.

Submission Requirements:

• Proficient in METs testing, evaluating, and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions.


• Must be willing to perform General Medicine & Traumatic Brain Injury exams.


• Own a laptop (no Mac/Apple products).


• Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible within 0-3 years of residency.


• Active and unrestricted full license.


• Must be willing to complete DMA training to become DMA certified.


• CV needs current home address listed for presentation.


• Will need a copy of ECFMG certificate if attended school in a different country.

Job ID: J-211070

If you are a dedicated and qualified physician ready to contribute to the well-being of patients in the Loranger LA area, we invite you to apply and join our team. Your expertise and compassion will make a significant difference in the lives of those we serve.