Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Understood Care
Job overview
The Telehealth Physician role at Understood Care involves leading clinical and strategic initiatives to improve healthcare access for Medicare patients through telehealth and patient advocacy.
Responsibilities and impact
The physician will conduct patient intake appointments, supervise and mentor Nurse Practitioners and advocates, oversee patient care plans, collaborate on AI tool development, and lead state expansion and growth initiatives.
Compensation and benefits
The compensation is $150 per hour with payment for administrative time included.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have board certification in family or internal medicine, active membership in an IMLC state with willingness to acquire additional licensure, PTAN/PECOS Medicare registration, telehealth experience, and strong communication skills; experience with Medicare patients and technology proficiency are preferred.
Work environment and culture
The company values patient advocacy, innovation, and a fast-paced startup environment focused on improving care access for Medicare patients.
Company information
Understood Care is focused on bridging healthcare gaps for Medicare patients by providing patient advocates to assist with healthcare navigation and access.
Team overview
The physician will lead a team including Nurse Practitioners and Patient Advocates, working closely with technology and founding teams.
Job location and travel
This is a remote position allowing work from any location.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines clinical leadership with strategic growth and AI collaboration without requiring prescribing or diagnosing.
Company overview
Understood Care is a company focused on providing digital resources, support, and community for individuals with learning and thinking differences such as ADHD and dyslexia, as well as their families and educators. The organization generates revenue through a combination of grants, partnerships, and digital services, including educational content and tools designed to foster inclusion and accessibility. Founded as an extension of the nonprofit Understood.org, Understood Care leverages expert-backed guidance, technology, and advocacy to help users navigate challenges in education and the workplace. The company’s history is rooted in a mission to reshape perceptions and improve outcomes for neurodiverse individuals, collaborating with schools, employers, and healthcare providers to expand its impact. Candidates should be aware of Understood Care’s commitment to diversity, evidence-based solutions, and its evolving role in the broader landscape of disability inclusion.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your telehealth experience and your passion for improving care access for Medicare patients, emphasizing leadership and mentorship roles you've held.
Focus on your ability to work in fast-paced, startup environments and your experience collaborating with technology teams, especially in developing or using innovative tools.
Apply through multiple channels including Understood Care's corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Understood Care's clinical leadership or telehealth divisions; use ice breakers like commenting on their work improving Medicare patient care or asking about the integration of AI tools in clinical workflows.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords such as 'telehealth,' 'Medicare patients,' 'patient advocacy,' 'clinical leadership,' 'AI tools,' and 'startup environment' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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