Physician Assistant (PA) – Veteran Disability Evaluations - St. Louis, MO
The IMA Group
Summary
The IMA Group is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our team in St. Louis, MO, conducting medical evaluations for Veterans seeking disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This is an assessment-focused position rather than a traditional clinical practice. You'll perform comprehensive evaluations, review medical histories and supporting records, and document clinical findings. There are no treatment plans, prescriptions, ongoing patient panels, or follow-up care responsibilities.
Job description
A Different Approach to Practicing Medicine
The IMA Group is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our team in St. Louis, MO, conducting medical evaluations for Veterans seeking disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This is an assessment-focused position rather than a traditional clinical practice. You'll perform comprehensive evaluations, review medical histories and supporting records, and document clinical findings. There are no treatment plans, prescriptions, ongoing patient panels, or follow-up care responsibilities.
What Makes This Opportunity Different?
- Full-Time Employment: Enjoy the stability of a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package.
- Predictable Schedule: No on-call responsibilities, nights, or weekend rotations.
- Evaluation-Based Practice: Focus on clinical assessments rather than ongoing patient management.
- Less Administrative Burden: No prescribing, treatment planning, or managing a continuous patient caseload.
- Meaningful Impact: Help Veterans receive the disability evaluations they need in recognition of their service.
- Professional Support: Receive comprehensive onboarding, clinical guidance, and access to an established electronic documentation platform.
Your Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive medical evaluations of Veterans for VA disability benefit determinations.
- Review medical histories, treatment records, diagnostic testing, and other supporting documentation.
- Conduct appropriate physical examinations and assess reported medical conditions.
- Prepare thorough, objective medical findings and disability evaluation reports in accordance with VA requirements.
- Utilize IMA's electronic platform to complete documentation and submit evaluation reports.
Qualifications
- Active Physician Assistant license.
- Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Previous clinical experience required.
- Experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, or Orthopedics is preferred.
Requirements
- Active Physician Assistant license
- Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Previous clinical experience required
- Experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, or Orthopedics preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
Company overview
The IMA Group is a leading technology-enabled healthcare services company founded in 1990, headquartered in Tarrytown, New York. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in providing comprehensive medical and behavioral health evaluation services alongside clinical research capabilities. Operating through two main divisions, IMA offers independent medical examinations, psychological assessments, and case management solutions for workers' compensation, disability claims, occupational health, and government agencies. Their nationwide network includes over 150 offices and thousands of licensed providers who conduct hundreds of thousands of evaluations annually. The company's clinical research division, IMA Clinical Research, operates a flexible trial network conducting Phase II-IV clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas through site-based, hybrid, and fully decentralized models. With a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees, The IMA Group serves federal, state, and local governments, commercial insurers, third-party administrators, and corporate clients, focusing on enhancing livelihood and productivity during challenging health and work periods while contributing to medical treatment advancements.