Physician - Emotional Support Animal Assessor (Colorado)
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$90-$120/hr
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Job Description
- Physician - Emotional Support Animal Assessor (Colorado)
- Department: Clinical
- Employment Type: Contract
- Location: US - Remote
- Compensation: $90.00 - $120.00 / hour
Description
Company Description
Pettable was founded by pet lovers who believe our animals are family. We help people stay together with the pets that support their mental health - especially when it comes to housing - by connecting them with licensed clinicians who can assess their need for an emotional support animal and, where clinically appropriate, provide an ESA letter.
We're an established platform serving tens of thousands of clients a year, backed by a support team that handles scheduling, billing, and client communication so you can focus on care.
Position Description
We are looking for Colorado-licensed physicians (MDs or DOs) to join our team and help make our vision a reality. We are seeking ethical, competent, and empathetic providers who can connect with clients and assess their need for an emotional support animal via virtual consultations.
You’ll bring sound, independent clinical judgment to every evaluation and help clients navigate the process with warmth and professionalism while maintaining the spirit of mutual respect and collaboration that helps us succeed as a team.
Above all, you must share our passion for mental wellness and pets, and embody our mission to improve their health and happiness on a large scale.
What You'll Do
- Conduct virtual ESA evaluations, giving each client your full attention and a thorough, unhurried evaluation.
- Exercise independent clinical judgment - issuing a letter when criteria are met, and respectfully declining when they aren't.
- Document each assessment clearly and consistently, and complete letters accurately and on time.
- Prescribe and write emotional support animal letters for approved clients within 2 business days of consultation.
- Treat every client with dignity and respect, regardless of background, disability, or beliefs.
- Collaborate with Pettable team and clients on any follow-up support or documentation the client may need.
What We're Looking For
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- Must be licensed in the state of Colorado
Other Requirements
Experience with prescribing emotional support animal letters and associated regulations is preferred but not required. We'll train the right candidate!
- Experience with phone and/or virtual consultations
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
Positive Attitude
Enjoy technology and capable of troubleshooting computer or connectivity issues.
Where You’ll Work & What You’ll Receive
Time Commitment
This is a 1099 contractor role with flexible, self-directed hours.
Pettable operates as a marketplace: clients book directly with providers based on availability and fit, so your volume reflects overall client demand and the availability you open. Providers who offer near-term and same-day availability tend to see the most client volume—clients are seeking prompt support, and open near-term slots are what convert. We can't guarantee a set number of clients, but demand across our network is strong and steady.
Compensation
$90 - $120 per hour
Hourly rate potential is based on the # of consults performed. You will be compensated $30/consult, and consults typically take ~15-20 minutes.
Location: This is a US-based, remote position; however, you must hold a valid Colorado license to practice medicine.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct virtual consultations to assess clients' needs for emotional support animals and provide appropriate documentation. Maintain clear clinical records and collaborate with the support team to ensure timely and professional client care.
Requirements
Must hold a valid Colorado license as an MD or DO. Experience with virtual consultations and emotional support animal regulations is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychiatry listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 72% have no call, 84% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Receptive holds gold-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 88/100, 26 active listings.
Psychiatry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Emotional Support Animal Assessor (Colorado) at Receptive a 9.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Psychiatry — ranked against 1,881 active Psychiatry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.
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