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About the job Physician Opportunities - Telehealth & Hybrid Care (Nationwide)
AlediumHR partners with leading health systems, telehealth innovators, and specialty medical groups nationwide to place high-quality physicians in flexible, modern care models. We are actively recruiting MDs and DOs across multiple specialties for telehealth, hybrid, and on-demand care opportunities.
Specialties We Support

• Primary Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine
• Psychiatry & Behavioral Health (Adult & Child/Adolescent)
• Endocrinology, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology
• Womens Health / OB-GYN, Mens Health, Urology
• Dermatology, Allergy & Immunology, Rheumatology
• Neurology, Pain Management, PM&R, Sleep Medicine
• Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Palliative Care
• Urgent Care, On-Demand Care, and After-Hours Coverage

Role Overview
Physicians deliver high-quality care through synchronous (video/phone) and asynchronous telehealth encounters, working within established clinical protocols and collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams.
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct video, phone, and asynchronous patient visits as scheduled
• Obtain focused histories and perform telehealth-appropriate clinical evaluations
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests as appropriate
• Develop clear, patient-specific care plans and prescribe in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with APPs and specialists
• Ensure timely follow-up and close the loop on diagnostic results
• Document accurately and efficiently within the clients EHR or telehealth platform
• Practice in accordance with current clinical guidelines, payer requirements, HIPAA, and state scope-of-practice laws

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO with an active, unrestricted U.S. medical license in at least one state
• Board Certified or Board Eligible (within an acceptable timeframe) in relevant specialty
• DEA registration and state-specific controlled substance registration (CSR), where required
• Minimum of one (1) year post-residency clinical experience
• Comfort using EHRs, ePrescribing, eLabs, and remote clinical workflows
• Reliable high-speed internet, private workspace, and professional on-camera presence

Preferred Qualifications

• Multiple active state licenses and/or IMLC eligibility
• Prior telemedicine experience
• Experience in value-based care, RPM/CCM, behavioral health integration, or virtual urgent care
• Bilingual proficiency
• Familiarity with payer documentation requirements and clinical quality metrics

Schedule & Coverage Options

• Flexible scheduling including days, evenings, and weekends
• Opportunities for scheduled clinics, on-demand queues, and shared call coverage
• Engagement models vary by client (W-2 and 1099 options available)

How to Apply
Submit the following:

• Current CV
• List of active state licenses (including DEA/CSR status)
• Specialty focus and availability
• Employment preference (W-2 or 1099)
• Minimum hour requirements and any non-compete considerations

About AlediumHR
AlediumHR places physicians with respected health systems, telehealth platforms, and specialty groups across the U.S. Our focus is long-term alignment, flexible work models, and opportunities that respect physicians time, expertise, and professional goals.