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About Equip
Equip is the leading virtual, evidence-based eating disorder treatment program on a mission to ensure that everyone with an eating disorder can access treatment that works. Created by clinical experts in the field and people with lived experience, Equip builds upon evidence-based treatments to empower individuals to reach lasting recovery. All Equip patients receive a dedicated care team, including a therapist, dietitian, physician, and peer and family mentor. The company operates in all 50 states and is partnered with most major health insurance plans. Learn more about our strong outcomes and treatment approach at www.equip.health.
Founded in 2019, Equip has been a fully virtual company since its inception and is proud of the highly-engaged, passionate, and diverse Equipsters that have created Equip's culture. Recognized by Time as one of the most influential companies of 2023, along with awards from Linkedin and Lattice, we are grateful to Equipsters for building a sustainable treatment program that has served thousands of patients and families.
About the Role
Equip is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible MD or DO in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics to join our rapidly growing clinical care team. In this role, you will provide high-quality virtual medical care to patients ages 6-99 with eating disorders across a 100% virtual Telehealth platform.
Staff Physicians are essential members of Equip's multidisciplinary virtual treatment team, working closely alongside therapists, dietitians, and recovery/caregiver coaches to support patients and their families through every stage of recovery. This position focuses purely on direct patient care and multidisciplinary collaboration without administrative or clinical supervision responsibilities for APPs.
Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive medical assessments and evidence-based treatment for co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions associated with eating disorders, supporting families throughout the recovery process.
• Monitor vital signs, laboratory data, and clinical indicators to ensure medical stability in an outpatient virtual setting. Work closely with medical assistants and nurses to order labs, prescribe medications, obtain medical records, and facilitate external care collaboration.
• Partner actively within a 5-person treatment team (therapist, dietitian, physician, peer mentor, and family mentor) to establish medical guidelines and individualized care plans.
• Utilize EMR messaging and internal communication channels to respond to patient/family inquiries and communicate efficiently with the broader care team.
• Complete session notes, medical assessments, and documentation within Equip's electronic medical record in a timely manner (within 24 hours) in compliance with company policies and best practices.
• Communicate and collaborate with patients' outside primary care providers, specialists, or inpatient/residential facilities as needed.
• Engage actively in weekly treatment team meetings, clinical case reviews, department meetings, and continuing education initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Credentials

• Graduate of an accredited medical school holding an MD or DO degree.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatric
• 3+ years of clinical practice experience treating pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations in outpatient or virtual care environments. Experience in eating disorder medical management and evidence-based stabilization protocols is strongly preferred but not required

Licensure & Interstate Compact Requirements
Must meet AT LEAST ONE of the following requirements:

• Primary State Licensure: Active, unrestricted MD or DO license in one or more of the following physician-only states: AL, MS, NV, TN, or SC.
  
  • Preferred Additional Licenses (Plus):
    
    • State Licensure: Active licensure in states with certificate or practice restrictions, including: GA, IN, AK, CO, KY, MO, OH, or VA.

• IMLC Compact Option: Currently licensed through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) or IMLC Eligible (meets IMLC criteria, holds or is eligible to obtain a Letter of Qualification [LOQ]).
  
  • Requirement: Candidate must reside in an IMLC member state to qualify for or maintain the IMLC pathway.

Clinical & Cultural Competencies

• Proven capability in high-acuity, high-volume virtual care delivery with sound decision-making skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for patient engagement and cross-functional team collaboration.
• High clinical maturity to navigate complex, sensitive eating disorder cases with empathy and a patient-centered mindset.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and comfort in a fast-paced, digital health organization.

Time Expectations

• Direct Patient Care: ~75%-80% of working hours spent in direct virtual clinical care.
• Administrative & Messaging Time: ~10%-15% allocated to inter-session messaging, EMR documentation, and asynchronous coordination.
• Team & Departmental Meetings: Weekly multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and medical department huddles.

Compensation & Benefits Package

• Compensation:
  
  • Earning Potential Range: $120,000 to $150,000 Annually + 15% Performance Bonus Potential.

Time Off:

• Flex PTO policy (3-5 wks/year recommended) + 11 paid company holidays.
• Generous Parental Leave Benefits.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D insurance.
  
  • Equip pays for a significant percentage of benefits premiums for individuals and families.
• Spring Health, a 100% employer-paid mental health benefit through Guardian.
  
  • You can receive 5 free therapy sessions and 5 free coaching sessions per year for you and each of your dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), a company paid resource for mental health, legal services, financial support, and more!
• HealthJoy, a 100% employer-paid platform connecting you to a healthcare concierge who can help you navigate your benefits.
• 401K Option!

Other Benefits
Student Loan Repayment:

• $500/quarter for employees under a year of tenure.
• $1,000/quarter for employees over a year of tenure.

Continuing Education:

• Robust training in evidence-based treatments for eating disorders, including Family-Based Treatment, Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID. Comparable training workshops and supervision in these modalities are valued over $3,000.
• For therapists and medical providers, unlimited online courses through NetCE.
• Up to $1,000/year stipend for continuing education.

Licensing:

• Equip reimburses fees associated with initial licensure and license renewals (e.g., exam fees, application to the state board, exam study materials, etc.) for any Equip-required licenses and/or cross-licensure requests.

Work From Home Additional Perks:

• $50/month stipend added directly to an employee's paycheck to cover home internet expenses.
• Initial work-from-home stipend of up to $500.
  
  • Reload of $200 on the home office stipend at the 3-year mark and then every other year after that (year 5, year 7, etc.).
• Company Laptop.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• 100% Remote: Work is performed completely from home with no requirement to travel.
• Stationary position requiring the ability to operate standard computer equipment, standard office applications, and virtual telehealth technology.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
At Equip, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are woven into everything we do. At the heart of Equip's mission is a relentless dedication to making sure that everyone with an eating disorder has access to care that works regardless of race, gender, sexuality, ability, weight, socio-economic status, and any marginalized identity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, age, disability, weight, and/or any other legally protected classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
At Equip, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are woven into everything we do. At the heart of Equip's mission is a relentless dedication to making sure that everyone with an eating disorder has access to care that works regardless of race, gender, sexuality, ability, weight, socio-economic status, and any marginalized identity. We also strive toward our providers and corporate team reflecting that same dedication both in bringing in and retaining talented employees from all backgrounds and identities. We have an Equip DEIB council, Equip For All; also referred to as EFA. EFA at Equip aims to be a space driven by mutual respect, and thoughtful, effective communication strategy - enabling full participation of members who identify as marginalized or under-represented and allies, amplifying diverse voices, creating opportunities for advocacy and contributing to the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Equip.
As an equal opportunity employer, we provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, training and promotion, termination, and any other terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, familial status, age, disability, weight, and/or any other legally protected classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Our dedication to equitable access, which is core to our mission, extends to how we build our "village." In line with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), we are dedicated to an accessible hiring process where all candidates feel a true sense of belonging. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, interview, or perform the essential functions of a role, we invite you to reach out to our People team at accommodations@equip.health.
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