Job Description
Medical Expert – SSA Hearings (Remote)
Support Social Security Disability and SSI appeals by serving as a Medical Expert for Administrative Law Judge hearings nationwide.
Why This Role
Fully remote work via phone (rare video)
Flexible, per-case assignments scheduled well in advance
Short, predictable time commitments per case
Competitive per-case pay with multiple engagement options
Training provided by the project team
Non-adversarial, administrative hearings (not court proceedings)
What You’ll Do
Review electronic medical records prior to hearings
Answer written interrogatories when assigned (20–30 minutes)
Provide medical testimony during ALJ hearings (typically 15–30 minutes)
Cite and explain medical evidence and sources clearly to the ALJ
Upload written responses through Electronic Records Express (ERE)
Time Expectations
Interrogatories: ~20–30 minutes per case
Hearings: scheduled ~75 days in advance
Be available 5 minutes before and up to 45 minutes after hearing time for delays
Pay Rates (Per Case – Tier 2)
Study & Testimony: $205
Study & Interrogatories: $165
Study Only: $95
Deadlines & Scheduling
Interrogatories due within 15 calendar days
Hearings typically scheduled about 75 days after case receipt
Requirements
Ability to review and navigate electronic medical records
Familiarity with SSA Medical Expert Handbook (training provided)
Availability to testify if interrogatories are completed
Completion of required government suitability and background clearance (project-supported)
If interested please Reply with copy of current CV to AndreaCota@maximus.com and we can set a time to discuss further.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 28, 2026
Job Type:
Government Administration
Location:
New York, New York, United States
Company:
Maximus
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