Physician — Independent Medical Evaluator

Job overview

The Physician — Independent Medical Evaluator role is based in Birmingham, AL, with flexible scheduling and assignments that may include in-person examinations. Compensation is not specified. MMRO supports fair, consistent, and medically sound disability and workers’ compensation determinations through objective physician review. The physician provides impartial medical assessments to inform accurate and defensible benefit and disability decisions. Reviewing records, evaluating functional impact, and communicating clear clinical reasoning supports transparent, evidence-based determinations.

What you'll do

• Conduct independent medical evaluations and/or chart reviews in accordance with state regulations, MMRO standards, and clinical best practices
• review medical records, diagnostic data, and treatment histories
• perform in-person examinations when required
• assess functional limitations, causation, and impairment using established guidelines
• prepare thorough, timely medical reports
• maintain impartiality and comply with licensing and ethical requirements
• communicate with MMRO’s Panel Health Program and case teams as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

physician

independent medical evaluator

birmingham al

medical review

disability determinations

workers’ compensation

chart review

medical reports

board certified

flexible scheduling

mmro

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Independent contractor role with flexible scheduling; assignments may be accepted based on availability. Requires an MD or DO, active unrestricted medical license, specialty board certification, and 3–5 years of post-training clinical experience.

About the employer

Managed Medical Review Organization is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.