Perform independent medical-legal evaluations of injured workers within the California workers’ compensation system, reviewing records, assessing disputed medical issues, and providing objective specialty-specific opinions. This role centers on thorough examinations and report writing, with opportunities for in-person evaluations and remote work when appropriate. The practice also includes supplemental reports, depositions, and collaboration with administrative support staff who handle scheduling, records, and case logistics.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent medical-legal evaluations of injured workers.
- Review medical records, diagnostic studies, prior treatment, and related documentation.
- Perform focused physical examinations and obtain relevant medical history when needed.
- Analyze medical evidence and address disputed medical-legal questions.
- Prepare accurate, thorough QME reports in line with California DWC requirements.
- Maintain documentation, professional standards, and report turnaround expectations.
- Participate in supplemental reports, depositions, or testimony when appropriate.
- Communicate with the medical-legal support team regarding case requirements.
Required
- Active, unrestricted California physician license (MD or DO).
- Board certification or board eligibility in an eligible specialty, or other qualifications meeting applicable DWC requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain California QME certification if not already certified.
- Strong clinical knowledge within the physician’s specialty.
- Ability to evaluate medical information objectively and independently.
- Ability to meet report completion and turnaround requirements.
Preferred
- Current California QME certification.
- Prior QME, AME, IME, or other medical-legal experience.
- Experience with California workers’ compensation cases.
- Experience preparing medical-legal reports.
- Experience providing deposition or expert testimony.
- Familiarity with California DWC regulations and QME requirements.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible schedule.
- Independent contractor opportunity.
- Administrative support for intake, scheduling, communications, records, and case logistics.
- Medical assistant support on the day of evaluation.
- Report support through a physician portal, transcription/dictation assistance, formatting, and quality assurance.
- QME onboarding, credentialing, and education support.
- Mentorship and ongoing physician support.
- Billing, collections, and payment processing support.