Nurse Practitioner (Disability Evaluation)

Quick Facts

• Role: Nurse Practitioner (disability evaluations)

• Schedule: 1 Saturday per month (typically 9:00 AM–5:00 PM)

• Location: Natchitoches, Louisiana

• Scope: Physical disability examinations focused on function and range of motion

• Pay: $60 per patient; paid immediately after chart completion (about $100–$120/hour). Average 14–16 physicals per clinic day.

Role Description

Conduct disability examinations and evaluations that primarily test a claimant’s function and range of motion to assist the State of Louisiana in determining eligibility for government programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic physical evaluations using a structured, easy-to-follow template

• Document findings clearly and professionally

• Perform assessments solely to support the State of Louisiana eligibility process

• Do not establish a doctor-patient relationship

• Do not provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice

• Do not determine whether a claimant qualifies for benefits

Requirements

• Ability to perform structured physical evaluations focused on function and range of motion

• Strong clinical documentation and professionalism

• Willingness to follow the assessment limits (no diagnosis, treatment, medical advice, or benefits qualification decisions)

Benefits

• Clinic scheduling planned 6–8 weeks in advance to fit your current professional schedule

• Immediate payment upon completion of charts

• Compensation: $60 per patient; approximately $100–$120 per hour (14–16 physicals on average per clinic day)