Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Vighter is recruiting Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to support the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) in Springfield, VA. OCMO occupational health professionals are responsible for ensuring the TSA workforce is mission ready. In this role, clinicians will perform medical reviews of employee-completed Annual Medical Certification (AMC) questionnaires, Fitness for Duty (FFD) evaluations, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) documentation, Transportation Security Officer (TSO) applicant medical examinations, and TSO reinstatement medical exam results.

Vighter is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business that is accredited by both the Joint Commission and ISO-9001. With our dedication to continuous improvement, Vighter assists in the provision of the highest standards of care.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Provide a full range of outcome-based nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the MTF (e.g., clinically supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated).
• Conduct medical reviews of Fitness for Duty (FFD) evaluations and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) documentation in accordance with TSA policies and established clinical guidelines.
• Review and assess Transportation Security Officer (TSO) applicant and reinstatement medical examination results to support medical qualification determinations.
• Apply occupational health policies, clinical protocols, and evidence-based nursing practices when evaluating medical records and documentation.
• Accurately document medical reviews, findings, and recommendations within TSA-approved electronic systems while maintaining strict confidentiality of protected health information (PHI).
• Ensure all medical reviews are completed accurately, objectively, and within established performance standards and timelines.
• Collaborate with TSA Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) personnel and authorized stakeholders to resolve medical documentation questions or deficiencies.
• Adhere to all federal regulations, TSA policies, HIPAA requirements, and company procedures governing occupational health and medical record management.
• Perform other contract-related duties assigned to support mission requirements, including surge support during periods of increased workload.
• A deep sense of purpose and dedication to the United States and our U.S. Military Veterans, their Families, and other patients as assigned.
• An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.
• An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfaction
• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Employees shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements, including ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervision
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills.

Education:

• A Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited university is required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years of direct and relevant experience in clinical practice, occupational health, and advanced case management, including experience in medical review, fitness for duty evaluations, and review of complex medical determinations.
• Nurse Practitioners must be licensed in the state of Virginia

Duty Hours / On-call Requirements:

• The expected duty hours for this position are 8 hours per day and 5 days per week.
• Nurses Practitioners can work remotely; however, they must be able to physically come to TSA Headquarters in Springfield, VA for medical exam review training (typically held in the first month of employment) and at OCMO request.
• TSA's core hours of operation are from 9am 3pm.

Work Environment:

• Location: Springfield, VA (Remote authorized)
• Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff

Travel:

• As required to satisfy the contractual obligations. Commuting is non-compensatory. All official travel is government funded.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate + health and welfare paid in cash and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full-time employees.
• Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance. Best in class rates for Voluntary life insurance.
• Vacation accrual and paid holidays (Per SCA Rules).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically come to TSA Headquarters in Springfield, VA for medical exam review training.
• Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• Must be able to perform 50 cases per day on average leveraging TSA automation tools
• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print. Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• All nurses must pass TSO Personnel Security (PERSEC) vetting standards for public trust/suitability.
• All work must comply with the Privacy Act and other applicable federal privacy standards.
• Must undergo Urine Drug Screening (UDS).
• Must be a Citizen of the United States or legally authorized to work in the United States of America.

Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Position is contingent upon contract award.