Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (1099 Independent Contractor)

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (1099 Independent Contractor)

Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Schedule: Highly flexible, self-managed hours with weekday and weekend shifts available.
Setting: Medical Disability Evaluations - Onsite Clinic-Based

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to perform structured medical disability evaluations. This is an evaluation-only role focused on conducting thorough clinical assessments, documenting findings, and providing evidence-based medical opinions. There is no prescribing, active treatment, or ongoing continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive disability compensation evaluations

• Perform structured clinical assessments and review relevant medical records

• Document clinical findings accurately using standardized templates and guidelines

• Develop clear, evidence-based medical opinions and causation analyses

• Ensure reports are complete, accurate, and submitted within required timelines

• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and organizational standards

• Conduct evaluations through virtual telehealth platforms when applicable

• Maintain professional, objective, and detailed documentation

Requirements:

• MSN or Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

• Active, unrestricted NP or PA license in the state of practice

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in primary specialty

• Clinical experience as an NP or PA

• Strong clinical documentation and attention to detail

• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills

• Comfortable using technology and virtual telehealth platforms

• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible schedule

Compensation & Benefits:

• Based on experience

• Independent Contractor (1099)

• Flexible, self-managed scheduling

• Weekday and weekend availability

• Structured orientation and assessment training provided

• Evaluation-only practice with no prescribing or ongoing patient management

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.

Company Description

Protouch Staffing is a trusted staffing partner specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers. While we originally focused on healthcare staffing, we’ve expanded into legal and other domains to meet evolving workforce needs across industries.