Locum Internal Medicine Physician (MD / DO) - $100 to $120 per hour

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Pay Information

$100 to $120 per hour

About The Position

Job Posting (Client & Location Confidential) :

Job Title : Medical Director

Location : 100% Remote (Must reside in the U.S.)

Openings : 80

Start Date : ASAP

Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours / week with rotating weekend coverage

Assignment Length : 6 months with potential for permanent hire

Reports To : Lead Medical Director

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Medical Directors to join a large national healthcare organization in a fully remote capacity. The role includes comprehensive review of medical records, decisioning on requested services, and consistent communication with external providers to ensure timely determinations. Ideal candidates are highly professional, resourceful, and comfortable working in a structured, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct compliant and timely medical necessity reviews for inpatient services

Ensure all determinations align with national guidelines, CMS requirements, internal policies, and clinical standards

Communicate decisions effectively-both verbally and in writing

Maintain productivity, accuracy, and compliance metrics

Collaborate with internal teams and external providers

Adapt to evolving workflows, tools, and utilization management processes

Participate in educational activities as needed

Required Qualifications

MD or DO degree

5+ years of direct clinical patient care post residency / fellowship (preferably inpatient or Medicare-type population experience)

Board Certification (ABMS-approved specialty)

Active, unrestricted medical license in at least one U.S. state (willing to obtain more if required)

No sanctions; must meet credentialing requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong analytical and interpretation skills

Ability to work effectively in a team-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Medicare Advantage, Managed Medicaid, Commercial plans, or managed care

Experience with Utilization Management

Familiarity with guidelines such as MCG® or InterQual

Background in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Hospitalist, Emergency Medicine, or other hospital-based specialties

Comfort working with technology and adapting to change

Enthusiastic about innovation and team culture

Interview Process

All interviews conducted virtually via Zoom

Single interview with Lead Medical Director

Fast decision turnaround

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