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Gold PM&R
Denver, Colorado

Physician - Internal Medicine, Inpatient - Contract, Full Time Position Available

Internal MedicineIncludes callIncludes weekendsContract

Listed compensation

up to $400,000

The week · per this posting · 7 on / 7 off

7 on / 7 off: every day of your on-week (including its weekend), then a full week off.

Ask the employer about the work setting, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Earn up to $400,000 per year at GOLD.

GOLD is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Internal Medicine Physician to join our growing team. As a GOLD Internal Medicine Physician, you will play a critical role in the medical management of patients recovering in acute rehabilitation units and subacute rehabilitation facilities.

You will work collaboratively with physiatrists, nursing staff, other medical specialists, and facility leadership to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care that supports clinical recovery, functional improvement, and successful transitions of care.

GOLD specializes in providing physician-led care within acute and subacute rehabilitation settings, serving medically complex patients with a wide range of diagnoses and comorbid conditions.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical management for patients admitted to acute and subacute rehabilitation facilities.

Conduct initial evaluations, comprehensive medical assessments, and ongoing follow-up visits to develop and oversee individualized plans of care.

Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, including complex comorbidities commonly encountered in post-acute care settings.

Monitor patient progress, respond to changes in clinical status, and coordinate appropriate interventions to promote recovery and prevent avoidable hospital readmissions.

Review laboratory results, diagnostic studies, medication regimens, and treatment plans to ensure safe, evidence-based medical management.

Provide education and counseling to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medication management, and post-discharge care recommendations.

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the electronic medical record.

Adhere to all regulatory, quality, and compliance standards while contributing to facility performance initiatives and patient satisfaction goals.

Requirements

  • Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Completion of ACGME-accredited residency program in Internal Medicine.
  • Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine.
  • Valid medical license in the state of practice.

Strong clinical skills in the evaluation and management of patients with acute and subacute rehabilitation needs.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and a commitment to professional growth and development.
  • Commitment to delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with potential to make $350k-$400k.
  • 15-35 patients daily.
  • Flexible hours 7 on 7 off; M-F or Weekend schedules available.
  • 100% inpatient.
  • Independent contractor model.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration and teamwork.
  • Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentChronic Condition ManagementClinical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient EducationEvidence-Based MedicineCare Coordination

Internal Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Internal Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 46% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Internal Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Internal Medicine by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$350k–$400kInternal Medicine median $339k (middle half $250k–$375k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$364k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Internal Medicine listings in Colorado21 active1,353 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 46% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedColorado physician listings (all specialties): 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 18% offer loan repayment353 active listings, Nov 2026
Internal Medicine hiring demand#3 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 579 postings, 472 closed
New Internal Medicine listings544 in the last 30 days348 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Internal Medicine pay trend+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Internist Jobs

45 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

45 jobs · 37 employers
9
<$285k
11
$285k-320k
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$320k-355k
8
$355k-390k
4
$390k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

42 jobs · 37 employers
401k / retirement match
86%
Sign-on bonus
57%
CME allowance
52%
Relocation assistance
40%
Loan repayment
29%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 3.9
Better work-life than 30% of Internal Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,345 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$556k≈ 1.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,855/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.