Internal Medicine Physician

About the role

This is a flexible 1099 contractor opportunity. Physicians are required to evaluate all new admissions within 24 hours and provide weekly follow-up visits. Onsite visit times will be coordinated with the Birmingham team based on availability, with virtual visits utilized when clinically appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate all new admissions within 24 hours and provide weekly follow-up visits.
• Complete initial History & Physical examinations for all new admissions.
• Review laboratory results, EKGs, and other medical findings to oversee each client's medical care.
• Manage non-psychiatric medications and medical conditions, including diabetes.
• Meet with clients weekly for ongoing medical follow-up.
• Respond to medical concerns and emergencies as needed in collaboration with the nursing team.
• Communicate with the treatment team by phone, email, or secure messaging, and document all medical care in Kipu (EMR).
• Review client charts, labs, and medical documentation as clinically indicated.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school with completion of an Internal Medicine residency.
• Active Alabama medical license and ABMS board certification.
• Experience treating patients in mental health, eating disorders, or a multidisciplinary healthcare setting is preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.

Pay

Monthly stipend plus a per-unit rate for initial evaluations and follow-up visits.

Schedule

This is a flexible schedule, with onsite visit times coordinated with the Birmingham team based on availability, and virtual visits utilized when clinically appropriate.