Medical Advisor (Endocrinologist) - Canada

HeliosX; Toronto; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare technology firm is seeking a Medical Advisor to support the launch of their telehealth platform in Canada, focusing on GLP-1 weight loss services. This role involves shaping the regulatory framework and offering expert insights. Candidates should possess endocrinology expertise and knowledge of telehealth operations. The position offers flexible hours and competitive pay, with potential for ongoing advisory roles.

Benefits

Competitive pay (negotiable)

Flexible, contractor-based role

Ongoing advisory involvement

Qualifications

• Licensed physician registered with a Canadian medical college.
• Endocrinologist or specialist in obesity/weight-loss medicine.
• Strong expertise in GLP-1 prescribing and asynchronous consultations.

Responsibilities

• Shape clinical, regulatory, and operational framework for GLP-1 prescribing.
• Provide compliance review of online GLP-1 prescribing across provinces.
• Participate in strategic meetings and advise on emerging GLP-1 use cases.

Skills

Endocrinology expertise

GLP-1 prescribing knowledge

Telehealth operations experience

Education

Licensed physician registered with a Canadian medical college

Job description

Overview

Ready to revolutionize healthcare, making it faster and more accessible than ever before?

How we started :

Back in 2013, our founder Dwayne D'Souza saw an opportunity to give people faster and more convenient access to medications using technology. We've grown rapidly since our inception, without any external funding whatsoever – achieving profitability through innovation and a highly disciplined approach to growth.

Where we are now :

We've earned the trust of millions of people worldwide through our top-selling products and well-known brands: MedExpress, Dermatica, ZipHealth, RocketRX, and Levity. A lot of our success is down to having our own pharmacies, manufacturers and products – spearheaded by leading in-house medical teams, researchers and pharmacists. Between 2023 and 2024 our global revenue tripled; £60m to £180m (300% year-on-year growth). We're looking to do the same in 2025; move into new territories, and further accelerate our growth journey. There's never been a more exciting time to join HeliosX.

Where we're going :

Over the next five years, you'll support our goal to become a world-leading healthcare partner, deepening our customer relationships, expanding into new countries, and diversifying our product portfolio to treat more conditions. You'll be part of helping more people access prescription treatments and, most importantly, making personalised care better, quicker and easier for everyone.

Come be a part of making our dream of easier and faster healthcare a reality!

Role

Contractor | Remote (Canada, with London HQ collaboration)

HeliosX is bringing its leading international telehealth platform, MedExpress, to Canada—launching with a dedicated GLP-1 weight loss service. We're seeking an Endocrinologist (or related specialist) to join as a Medical Advisor.

This is an exciting contractor opportunity to shape the clinical, regulatory, and operational framework for GLP-1 prescribing online in Canada, while building toward a potential long-term leadership role.

The Role

You'll support our launch across four phases :

1. Phase 1 – Initial Review (2 hrs, one-off)

   • Provide a high-level overview of Canadian GLP-1 prescribing regulations.
   • Identify initial gaps between MedExpress's UK model and Canadian requirements.
   • Participate in a 2-hour video interview with our strategy and expansion team.

2. Phase 2 – Detailed Review (10 hrs, one-off)

   • Deliver a full compliance review of online GLP-1 prescribing across provinces.
   • Define clinician requirements (type, licensing, insurance, education).
   • Review patient assessment standards, asynchronous prescribing rules, and advertising restrictions.
   • Submit a comprehensive report using our structured template.

3. Phase 3 – Pre-Launch (~4 hrs / week for ~8 weeks)

   • Review and sign off on Canadian protocols & SOPs.
   • Provide expert advice as the local SME for GLP-1 and weight-loss telehealth.
   • Attend weekly (30 min) check-ins plus ad hoc calls.
   • Be listed on the MedExpress Canada website (photo + bio).

4. Phase 4 – Long Term (min. 4 hrs / month)

   • Provide ongoing protocol reviews and advisory input.
   • Monitor regulatory and market trends ("horizon scanning").
   • Advise on research and emerging GLP-1 use cases in obesity and beyond.
   • Join regular monthly and ad hoc meetings with Canadian leadership.

About You

• Licensed physician registered with a Canadian medical college.
• Endocrinologist or specialist in obesity / weight-loss medicine.
• Strong expertise in GLP-1 prescribing and asynchronous consultations.
• Knowledge of Canadian telehealth and online prescribing frameworks.
• Ideally experienced in service design or telehealth operations.
• Active clinical practice preferred.

Why Join Us

• Shape the future of GLP-1 and weight-loss care in Canada.
• Collaborate with global leaders in telehealth.
• Flexible, contractor-based role with competitive pay (negotiable).
• Long-term advisory involvement with pathway to Country Medical Lead.

Location : Remote, Canada

Contract type : Contractor

Commitment : Varies by phase (from 2 hrs to 4 hrs / month long-term)

Salary Banding

$148—$214 CAD