Medical Evaluator Sr.

Title: Medical Evaluator Sr.

State Role Title: Health Care Compliance Spec I

Hiring Range: $71,600 - $82,340

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: Richmond, VA

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicle’s Medical Review Services Unit is in search of a Virginia licensed (or compact state) RN or LPN, to work as a Medical Evaluator to administer motor vehicle and related laws pertaining to the issuance of driver’s licenses and commercial driver’s licenses and the monitoring and license sanctioning of drivers identified with physical and/or mental conditions that pose a threat to public safety.

The Medical Review Services Unit conducts medical reviews of drivers to promote safety and ensure that citizens retain their driving privileges and mobility whenever possible.

Responsibilities Include:
• Evaluating medical and vision reports, court-ordered incapacitation reports, and crash reports to determine driver eligibility under DMV policy
• Responding to inquiries from customers, physicians, attorneys, and court personnel regarding medical reviews and license eligibility
• Processing medical review requests for CDLs, bioptic-telescopic (BTL) lens certifications, disability waivers, and SPEs (Skills Performance Evaluations)
• Ensuring all medical review actions comply with DMV policies, state laws, and federal regulations
• Contributing to special projects aimed at improving DMV’s medical review processes and enhancing driver safety

After the initial training period, this position is eligible for a hybrid office/telework schedule (3 days in office, 2 days telework)

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves a wide array of businesses, including dealers, fuels tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don’t just talk about our core values, we live them!

Minimum Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN Virginia state licensure or eligible to practice in Virginia under the interstate compact
• Experience practicing as an RN or LPN in a professional healthcare setting
• Considerable knowledge of medical terminology
• Familiarity with various drugs, their effects, and interactions with other drugs
• Knowledge of medical conditions and their impact on driving ability
• Considerable experience and skill operating a computer and navigating through multiple computer applications
• Experience reading, explaining, and applying statutes, regulations, and policies

Additional Considerations

• Experience managing complex medical cases and collaborating with legal and medical professionals

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.

As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.

Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to properly assess your skills in the screening process. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities