Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Part-Time Virtual Medical Doctor Evaluator
Behavioral Health / Disability / Clinical Assessment Services
Position Title
Virtual Medical Doctor (MD/DO) – Clinical Evaluator
Employment Type
Part-Time | Contract | PRN | Flexible Remote Schedule
Position Summary
The Virtual Medical Doctor Evaluator is responsible for conducting comprehensive medical and behavioral health evaluations through secure telehealth platforms for individuals with psychiatric, developmental, neurological, cognitive, and/or medical impairments. Evaluations are completed in accordance with agency standards, state requirements, and structured medical evaluation guidelines.
The provider will assess medical history, psychiatric history, neurological functioning, competency, physical health status, and overall functional impairment while preparing detailed evaluation reports and recommendations. This position is ideal for a physician seeking flexible part-time work in behavioral health, disability evaluation, or community-based clinical assessment services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct virtual medical evaluations using established Medical Evaluation Guidelines.
Review and document:
Medical and psychiatric history
Etiology and contributing conditions
Chronic medical issues
Medication history
Hospitalizations and surgeries
Substance use history
Current treatment providers and supports
Complete comprehensive virtual clinical assessments including:
General appearance and behavioral observations
Neurological screening
Mental status observations
Functional limitations
Gross motor and coordination observations
Assessment of competency and decision-making capacity
Review available laboratory results, records, imaging, and collateral documentation.
Prepare detailed narrative evaluation reports with clinical impressions and prognosis.
Assess level of disability, psychiatric impairment, and functional limitations.
Provide recommendations for treatment, support services, care coordination, or additional evaluation when appropriate.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with agency, Medicaid, and state regulations.
Collaborate with behavioral health teams, social service agencies, ACTT teams, care coordinators, and community providers as needed.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and telehealth documentation standards.
Evaluation Areas Covered
The physician may evaluate individuals with conditions including but not limited to:
Severe Mental Illness
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Traumatic Brain Injury
Neurological Disorders
Epilepsy
Cerebral Palsy
Substance Use Disorders
Cognitive Decline or Senility
Chronic Medical Conditions impacting functioning
Required Components of Evaluation
Evaluations are expected to include documentation of:
History
Character and severity of deficits
Etiology and contributing factors
Family and social history
Current medical and psychiatric status
Medication review
Prior hospitalizations and surgeries
Substance use concerns
Functional limitations
Examination
General appearance and physical observations
Neurological observations
Behavioral presentation
Gross motor functioning
Coordination and gait observations
Mental competency indicators
Review of laboratory or supporting medical data
Clinical Impression
Summary of abnormal findings
Medical and psychiatric impressions
Functional limitations
Competency assessment
Prognosis and expected progression
Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Active unrestricted medical license in applicable state(s)
Experience in psychiatry, family medicine, internal medicine, neurology, physical medicine, disability evaluations, or behavioral health preferred
Telehealth experience preferred
DEA registration preferred but not required depending on role responsibilities
Preferred Experience
Experience completing disability or competency evaluations
Familiarity with severe mental illness and intellectual/developmental disabilities
Experience with Medicaid populations and community mental health systems
Knowledge of psychiatric and neurological conditions
Experience working with ACTT, outpatient behavioral health, or social service agencies
Skills and Competencies
Strong clinical interviewing and assessment skills
Excellent written documentation and report-writing abilities
Ability to conduct structured evaluations independently
Professional and compassionate communication style
Ability to assess competency, cognition, and functional impairment
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Comfortable using telehealth technology and electronic health records
Schedule & Compensation
Flexible part-time scheduling
Remote work environment
Competitive hourly or per-evaluation compensation
Independent contractor opportunities available
Work Environment
This is a fully virtual position utilizing secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth systems. Providers may work remotely while collaborating with interdisciplinary behavioral health and social service teams.
Mission
Our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate, and clinically sound medical evaluations that support individuals in accessing appropriate behavioral health treatment, disability services, community supports, and recovery-oriented care.
This is a remote position.