Traumatic Brain Injury (Tbi) Psychiatrist, Neurologist, Or Physiatrist Pm&R

Matrix Providers is hiring a Traumatic Brain Injury Provider (Psychiatrist, Neurologist, or Physiatrist PM&R) to join our team of talented medical professionals to conduct a one-time, non-treatment Veteran Disability Exam in Fort Wayne, IN.

• Employment Status: Independent Contractor
• Compensation: This is an hourly position, paid bi-weekly.
• Schedule: Part-Time, 2 days per week (Thursdays and Fridays)

Requirements: The Traumatic Brain Injury Provider (Psychiatrist, Neurologist, or Physiatrist PM&R) must meet the following qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) or Neurology, with experience in evaluating for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
• Primary care experience is required.
• Hold and maintain an active and unrestricted license in the specialty field of M.D. or D.O. for your employment.
• Have or obtain an active and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Job Summary:

• Review pertinent medical history documentation and provide veterans with one-time, non-treatment compensation and pension exams.
• The TBI Provider will capture responses during the exam through web-based examination form(s); all documentation will be completed electronically. Completed exams are sent to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for disability award determinations.
• Common reasons for assessment: motor vehicle accidents, sports injuries, and, for a few, combat exposure.
• Diagnostic testing may include Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) testing if clinically indicated and neuropsychological testing; any neuropsychological testing will be referred to a neuropsychologist.
• Ancillaries (X-rays, labs, EKGs, PFTs, ABIs) may be ordered and will be conducted on location or nearby.