Location: Houston, TX

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: PRN day shifts — half-day (4-hour) or full-day (8-hour) options; days vary by assignment and location (examples: Laredo — 1 day/week; Amarillo — 2 days/week; Uvalde — 1 day/week; Ft. Davis — 1 day/week). Daytime-only clinical, scheduling flexible to meet local needs.

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform one-time, non-treatment Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams and Separation Health Assessments for Veterans
• Conduct thorough medical interviews to collect history and functional impact
• Perform focused physical assessments including range of motion and muscle strength testing when indicated
• Prepare clear, timely clinical documentation and reports following VES practice guidelines
• Complete addendums, medical opinions, and diagnostic review as required by the case
• Adhere to non-treatment exam protocols — no prescribing or ongoing treatment responsibilities
• Participate in required training and onboarding to ensure compliance and quality
• Coordinate with VES administrative teams for scheduling and case completion

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) credential and state licensure (able to practice in assigned locations)
• Experience in general medicine or relevant specialties such as family medicine, internal medicine, or orthopedics preferred
• Comfort with non-treatment, exam-focused visits and medico-legal style documentation
• Ability to perform range of motion and muscle strength testing accurately
• Availability for PRN scheduling and willingness to cover local assignments within a 50-mile radius
• Successful completion of required VES credentialing and onboarding prior to patient exams
• Strong written communication skills for concise, evidence-based report writing

Education

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP) with NP certification
• Active Nurse Practitioner state license appropriate for site of service

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled medical interviewing focused on functional impact and symptom history
• Proficient in focused physical assessment techniques (ROM, strength testing)
• Excellent clinical documentation and report-writing abilities
• Ability to interpret diagnostics and incorporate findings into medical opinions
• Familiarity with non-treatment medical-legal/exam workflows
• Comfortable working independently in your own office or at local facilities
• Time management to complete exams and required administrative follow-up
• Adaptability to variable schedules and local assignment needs

Benefits

• Make a real difference serving Veterans — meaningful, mission-driven work every shift
• Flexible PRN scheduling so you can balance clinical work with life (pick half-days or full days)
• Quick credentialing and streamlined onboarding so you can start helping sooner
• Opportunities to work in your own office or at local VES facilities within a 50-mile radius
• Supportive team and clear clinical processes — you won’t be left guessing
• Professional development and required training provided to bring you up to speed
• Opportunities to read diagnostics, provide medical opinions, and strengthen your clinical documentation skills
• Local travel opportunities across Texas — variety in your schedule and cases

Travel Perks: Explore Houston, TX

This travel/contract role offers chances to work across Texas. While assigned locally, you can explore regional gems: in Houston enjoy world-class museums (Museum District), the Space Center Houston, diverse dining scenes, and bayou trails; Amarillo is your gateway to Palo Duro Canyon and Texas Panhandle vistas; Laredo offers a lively border-town culture and riverwalk; Uvalde sits near scenic Hill Country rivers and ranchland; Fort Davis provides access to Big Bend’s western landscapes and historic frontier sites. Weekend day-trips, local museums, hiking, and regional food scenes make each assignment a little adventure.

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