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Expert Exams, a subsidiary of EK Health, is looking for a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant (Contractor) to join the team! A Certified Legal Nurse Consultant uses medical expertise to consult with and advise attorneys on injury cases. A Legal Nurse Consultant analyzes complex medical information and renders an informed and objective opinion on the medical-legal matters. This position requires a minimum of 2-3 years' experience as a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant, preferably in defense work.
NOTE: this position is that of an independent contractor (1099) and will require proof of liability insurance. LNC Certification required.
This position is a part-time Contractor position.
This position pays $40-45/hr based on experience.
Job Responsibilities:
- Review and summarize medical records, communicating essential highlights and important details efficiently and effectively to appropriate parties
- Determine an injured-party’s long-term medical requirements and estimate costs for that care
- Prepare chronologies or timelines for medical records
- Be objective and honest in evaluating the facts of the case
- Research and cite medical resources/ professional literature related to the case as applicable
- Locate and interview other medical experts to testify
- Professional interaction with EKHS staff, members of the medical community, and all customers of EKHS; both in oral and written forms
- All work is done within the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse
- Other duties as assigned
- 2-3 years' experience as a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant, preferably in defense work
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Med-legal coursework preferred
- Valid state-appropriate RN license in good standing with no restrictions
- LNC Certification required
- Possesses and can demonstrate the professional and technical skills of a Registered Nurse
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Strong Organization Skills
- High comfort level with computers and computer programs (MS Word, MS Excel, Email)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
