Virtual MD - Medical Doctor

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Part-Time Virtual Medical Doctor Evaluator

Behavioral Health / Disability / Clinical Assessment Services

Position Title

Virtual Medical Doctor (MD/DO) – Clinical Evaluator

Employment Type

Part-Time | Contract | PRN | Flexible Remote Schedule

Position Summary

The Virtual Medical Doctor Evaluator is responsible for conducting comprehensive medical and behavioral health evaluations through secure telehealth platforms for individuals with psychiatric, developmental, neurological, cognitive, and/or medical impairments. Evaluations are completed in accordance with agency standards, state requirements, and structured medical evaluation guidelines.

The provider will assess medical history, psychiatric history, neurological functioning, competency, physical health status, and overall functional impairment while preparing detailed evaluation reports and recommendations. This position is ideal for a physician seeking flexible part-time work in behavioral health, disability evaluation, or community-based clinical assessment services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct virtual medical evaluations using established Medical Evaluation Guidelines.

Review and document:
Medical and psychiatric history

Etiology and contributing conditions

Chronic medical issues

Medication history

Hospitalizations and surgeries

Substance use history

Current treatment providers and supports

Complete comprehensive virtual clinical assessments including:
General appearance and behavioral observations

Neurological screening

Mental status observations

Functional limitations

Gross motor and coordination observations

Assessment of competency and decision-making capacity

Review available laboratory results, records, imaging, and collateral documentation.

Prepare detailed narrative evaluation reports with clinical impressions and prognosis.

Assess level of disability, psychiatric impairment, and functional limitations.

Provide recommendations for treatment, support services, care coordination, or additional evaluation when appropriate.

Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with agency, Medicaid, and state regulations.

Collaborate with behavioral health teams, social service agencies, ACTT teams, care coordinators, and community providers as needed.

Maintain HIPAA compliance and telehealth documentation standards.

Evaluation Areas Covered

The physician may evaluate individuals with conditions including but not limited to:

Severe Mental Illness

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Traumatic Brain Injury

Neurological Disorders

Epilepsy

Cerebral Palsy

Substance Use Disorders

Cognitive Decline or Senility

Chronic Medical Conditions impacting functioning

Required Components of Evaluation

Evaluations are expected to include documentation of:

History

Character and severity of deficits

Etiology and contributing factors

Family and social history

Current medical and psychiatric status

Medication review

Prior hospitalizations and surgeries

Substance use concerns

Functional limitations

Examination

General appearance and physical observations

Neurological observations

Behavioral presentation

Gross motor functioning

Coordination and gait observations

Mental competency indicators

Review of laboratory or supporting medical data

Clinical Impression

Summary of abnormal findings

Medical and psychiatric impressions

Functional limitations

Competency assessment

Prognosis and expected progression

Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Active unrestricted medical license in applicable state(s)

Experience in psychiatry, family medicine, internal medicine, neurology, physical medicine, disability evaluations, or behavioral health preferred

Telehealth experience preferred

DEA registration preferred but not required depending on role responsibilities

Preferred Experience

Experience completing disability or competency evaluations

Familiarity with severe mental illness and intellectual/developmental disabilities

Experience with Medicaid populations and community mental health systems

Knowledge of psychiatric and neurological conditions

Experience working with ACTT, outpatient behavioral health, or social service agencies

Skills and Competencies

Strong clinical interviewing and assessment skills

Excellent written documentation and report-writing abilities

Ability to conduct structured evaluations independently

Professional and compassionate communication style

Ability to assess competency, cognition, and functional impairment

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Comfortable using telehealth technology and electronic health records

Schedule & Compensation

Flexible part-time scheduling

Remote work environment

Competitive hourly or per-evaluation compensation

Independent contractor opportunities available

Work Environment

This is a fully virtual position utilizing secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth systems. Providers may work remotely while collaborating with interdisciplinary behavioral health and social service teams.

Mission

Our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate, and clinically sound medical evaluations that support individuals in accessing appropriate behavioral health treatment, disability services, community supports, and recovery-oriented care.

This is a remote position.

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