Seasonal 1099 Virtual Urgent Care Physician (Fully Remote!)

First Stop Health, LLC; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Seasonal contract through Apr 1, 2027

Job summary

First Stop Health, LLC is seeking board-certified physicians to provide 1099 remote urgent care consultations. You will evaluate, diagnose, and treat a range of non-emergency conditions via video, phone, or chat, while maintaining high-quality patient experience.

Ideal candidates bring telemedicine experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage care efficiently in a technology-enabled model. Seasonal position until April 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in family medicine, emergency medicine, internal medicine, or related field.
• Active MD/DO license in the applicable state(s) with privileges to practice telemedicine.
• Multi-state licensure preferred; enables broader coverage during the seasonal period.
• Minimum 5 years post-residency experience in urgent care, emergency, or primary care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time telemedicine consultations via video/phone/chat.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat non-emergency conditions remotely.
• Prescribe medications per guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Document encounters accurately in the EHR and ensure data integrity.
• Educate patients on self-care and follow-up plans; coordinate care with other clinicians.
• Contribute to maintaining clinical guidelines and SOPs.
• Support a high-quality patient experience in a fully remote setting.

Skills

Telemedicine

Clinical decision-making

Patient communication

Electronic health records

Time management

Empathy

Education

Board certification in family medicine, emergency medicine, internal medicine, or related field

MD/DO license in relevant state(s)

Multi-State licensure (Compact)

Minimum 5 years post-residency experience

Tools

Epic/EMR systems

Job description

100% Remote!

Please note that demand varies by state and may be limited in your licensed state(s) at the time of application. If demand is currently low, our team will contact you once opportunities increase. As a result, there may be a delay in responding to your application.

About Us

On a mission to deliver affordable, delightful healthcare for all, First Stop Health provides connected, whole-person virtual care to employers 24/7 through app, website, or phone in all 50 states. First Stop Health prioritizes an engaging and easy-to-use experience, setting people on healthier journeys through care at multiple stages. We are proud to be recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies.

Job Description

Our 1099 Virtual Urgent Care Physicians provide high quality, patient-centered, acute care services through secure video and phone consultations. This role is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating low to moderate acuity medical conditions while delivering exceptional patient experience in a fully remote environment.

This is a seasonal position with an expected end date of April 1, 2027.

The ideal candidate combines strong clinical acumen with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage care efficiently in a technology-enabled model.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time medical consultations to patients via video, phone, or chat platforms.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of non-emergency medical conditions remotely.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with evidence-based guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health records.
• Educate patients on self-care, preventive measures, and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Contribute to maintain clinical guidelines and standard operating procedures.

Education

• Board certification in family medicine, emergency medicine, internal medicine, or related field.
• Valid medical license (MD, DO) in the relevant state(s).
• Multi State licensure (Compact State participation preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of post-residency experience (Urgent Care, emergency medicine, internal medicine, or primary care)

Experience

• Prior telehealth experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care preferred.
• Proficiency with telemedicine technology and electronic health records.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Willing and able to work in a seasonal capacity, providing care through April 1, 2027 to support our busy season

Skills

• Clinical decision-making
• Patient education
• Technology literacy
• Time management and efficiency
• Compassion and empathy
• Patient satisfaction

First Stop Health is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Research shows that women, people of color and other historically underrepresented groups tend to only apply to jobs in which they meet all the job requirements. Unsure if you check every box? Apply. We would love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make First Stop Health even better.