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Joint Academy
Stanwood, Washington · Remote OK

Physician - Part Time / Contractor Telemedicine for MSK conditions

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 9.2 Work-LifePart-Time

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Job Description

Description

Join an innovative leader in the physical therapy space revolutionizing how care is delivered. We blend in-person expertise with cutting-edge virtual care to help patients move beyond pain and achieve lasting results. Our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality musculoskeletal (MSK) care that empowers individuals to lead active, healthy lives.

As part of our dynamic team, you'll contribute to reshaping the future of healthcare while working in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a part-time / subcontractor licensed physician with expertise in MSK conditions, pain management, and physical therapy to deliver asynchronous telemedicine care to patients across Washington State. In this role, you'll evaluate patient cases, provide accurate MSK diagnoses, and write referrals to appropriate care pathways, ensuring patients receive the best treatment options tailored to their needs.

This position is fully remote and offers a flexible schedule, ideal for physicians passionate about innovative care delivery.

What Youll Do

Review and assess patient-submitted health histories and symptoms asynchronously via our telemedicine platform.

  • Provide accurate MSK diagnoses and care recommendations.
  • Write referrals for physical therapy or specialist care as needed.
  • Collaborate with our multidisciplinary care team to support integrated patient care.
  • Leverage your experience in virtual care to ensure patient safety, satisfaction, and positive outcomes.

Requirements

  • Medical License: Must be licensed to practice medicine in Washington State.
  • Expertise: Extensive experience with musculoskeletal conditions, pain management, and physical therapy.
  • Virtual Care Proficiency: Demonstrated success delivering care in virtual settings, with experience in asynchronous telemedicine.
  • Attention to Detail: Ability to interpret patient-submitted data and provide accurate, actionable care plans.
  • Team Player: Strong communication and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Tech-Savvy: Comfort working with telehealth platforms and electronic medical records (EMRs).

Benefits

  • Be part of a pioneering company transforming MSK care through innovative hybrid care models.
  • Enjoy a flexible remote schedule that fits your lifestyle.
  • Contribute to a mission-driven organization improving access to quality care.
  • Work with a supportive, collaborative team passionate about making a difference.
  • Earn extra compensation and as a subcontractor / part-time

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate patient health histories and symptoms asynchronously to provide accurate MSK diagnoses. Write referrals for physical therapy or specialist care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Musculoskeletal DiagnosisPatient AssessmentCare PlanningVirtual Care Delivery

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician - Part Time / Contractor Telemedicine for MSK conditions at Joint Academy a 9.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation — ranked against 203 active Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation — Physician Career Context

Joint Academy holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 82/100, 5 active listings.

Of the 30 active Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 73% have no call, 53% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Work-life snapshot

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Among the best 10% of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation listings for work-life

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