Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Carlsbad, New Mexico Per Diem

Frontera is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to conduct Compensation & Pension (C&P) disability exams for Veterans in Carlsbad, NM. This role focuses on medical evaluations and documentation, with no treatment, prescribing, or ongoing patient care.

Position Details

• Compensation: $700 per day

• Schedule: 1 day per week, per diem

• Location: Clinic location provided; candidates must be within 50 miles of Carlsbad

• Arrangement: 1099 Independent Contractor

Responsibilities

• Review Veterans medical records and claim information.

• Obtain medical histories and perform focused physical examinations.

• Document findings using structured Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs).

• Complete accurate, timely reports addressing the conditions under evaluation.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted New Mexico NP or PA license.

• Current national certification as an NP or PA.

• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.

• Comfortable reviewing medical records and using an electronic documentation system.

• Prior C&P exam experience is helpful but not required; training is provided.

This opportunity offers a consistent weekly commitment while supporting Veterans through the disability evaluation process.