Location & Practice Overview

The position is based in Rockford, Illinois, and operates within an in-person assessment model dedicated to evaluations that support the VA disability benefits process rather than ongoing clinical treatment.

Location Rockford, Illinois
Practice Setting In-person evaluation environment
Service Context VA disability benefits assessments
Practice Model Focused assessment rather than treatment-based care

Responsibilities

  • Perform in-person disability assessments for U.S. Veterans.
  • Review electronic medical records via a secure web portal.
  • Document examination findings and complete required VA forms.
  • Formulate medical opinions based on the assessment findings.

This is an assessment-only role with no treatment or prescribing responsibilities. Disability determinations are made solely by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants need current licensure and the ability to work efficiently with electronic documentation systems.

Licensure
Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
Technology Skills
Comfortable reviewing records and completing documentation in web-based portals

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary is set within the listed range according to experience. Core benefits are available as described below.

  • $105,000 – $115,000 per year, commensurate with experience
  • Health insurance available
  • 401(k) benefits available
  • Malpractice insurance covered by MRG
  • Training and ongoing support included

Schedule & Work Environment

Status Full-time
Hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Daily Volume 3–5 Veteran assessments
On-Call None
Environment In-person; computer and documentation tools supplied

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Encounters involve U.S. Veterans participating in the VA disability benefits process. Visits take place in a structured assessment setting oriented toward evaluation rather than longitudinal care.

Population U.S. Veterans
Visit Type Focused disability assessment appointments
Process Context VA disability benefits evaluations

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical activity centers on structured evaluations that contribute documentation and medical opinions to the VA disability benefits process. The work is assessment-driven and does not include treatment or prescribing.

Core Focus Veteran disability assessments
Examination Component Focused in-person physical exams
Record Support Electronic medical record review for VA documentation
Deliverable Medical opinions prepared for VA review

Role Highlights

The position is structured as an assessment-only role that differs from conventional clinical NP or PA practice by excluding treatment and prescribing duties.

  • Assessment-only role with no treatment or prescribing responsibilities
  • 3–5 Veteran assessments per day within a focused evaluation model
  • Weekday schedule dedicated exclusively to VA disability evaluations
  • Direct contribution of documentation and medical opinions to the VA benefits process

About MRG Exams

MRG Exams is a privately held provider of independent medical examinations founded in 1998 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio. The organization specializes in disability and impairment examinations, including evaluations that support VA-related processes.

Founded 1998
Headquarters Westlake, Ohio
Specialization Disability and impairment examinations

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this NP or PA role include treatment or prescribing?
No. This is an assessment-only role with no treatment or prescribing responsibilities. Disability determinations are made solely by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
How many Veterans will I see in a typical day?
The expected volume is 3–5 Veteran assessments per day.
Is any on-call or weekend work required?
No. The schedule is Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with no on-call duties.
What equipment is provided?
A computer and all necessary tools for documentation are supplied by the employer.
Who covers malpractice insurance?
Malpractice insurance is covered by MRG.
Is training provided for VA documentation?
Yes. Training and ongoing support are included.

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Veteran Disability Assessments in Rockford, IL

This full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position in Rockford, Illinois, centers on in-person disability assessments for U.S. Veterans as part of the VA benefits process. Providers conduct focused physical exams, review electronic medical records through a secure portal, complete required VA forms, and prepare medical opinions. The role is assessment-only with no treatment or prescribing responsibilities; disability determinations remain solely with the Department of Veterans Affairs. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a daily volume of 3–5 Veteran assessments and no on-call expectations. Compensation ranges from $105,000 to $115,000 per year based on experience, and health insurance, 401(k), and malpractice coverage are available. An active unrestricted NP or PA license plus comfort with web-based documentation are required. MRG Exams, founded in 1998 and based in Westlake, Ohio, specializes in disability and impairment examinations that support VA-related evaluations. The position offers a structured assessment-focused environment distinct from traditional clinical practice, with training and support supplied by the employer.

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