Location & Practice Overview

The position is listed under Fort Worth, Texas, yet all clinical work occurs remotely through QuickMD’s telemedicine platform. Physicians practice from any location while holding licenses that allow care delivery in multiple states.

Care Delivery 100% virtual video and phone visits
Practice Structure National telemedicine platform with independent contractor physicians
Reference Location Fort Worth, TX (physicians work from anywhere)
Operational Support Streamlined EMR and dedicated provider-support team

Responsibilities

  • Perform virtual patient assessments and medical history reviews
  • Order and interpret laboratory tests when clinically indicated
  • Prescribe medications (non-controlled substances only, except buprenorphine for opioid use disorder) and provide usage guidance
  • Document clinical encounters to support continuity of care
  • Coordinate with other physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and support staff
  • Maintain current knowledge of telehealth practices and relevant medical advancements

All duties are performed in a fully virtual environment focused on direct patient care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must satisfy multi-state licensing and availability criteria. QuickMD covers costs and assists with obtaining additional licenses.

State Licensure
Active medical license in at least five U.S. states; preference for three or more of AL, CA, FL, GA, NC, PA, TX
Experience
Prior telehealth or high-volume in-person clinical practice
DEA & Controlled Substance Credentials
Active DEA registration and any required state controlled substance licenses
Weekly Availability
Ability to work at least 15 hours per week across a minimum of four days, with schedules submitted one week in advance
Technology Comfort
Ability to use telemedicine platforms and EMRs (training provided)

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is commission-based on a pure per-consult model under a 1099 arrangement.

  • $35 for each completed consult
  • Effective rate of $105 per hour at the standard 20-minute visit length; rates increase up to $210 per hour with shorter visits
  • Top 10% of physicians earn $260,000+ annually
  • Malpractice insurance fully covered (3M/1M) with legal and compliance support

Schedule & Work Environment

Hours Minimum 15 hours weekly; role best suited to 15–20 hours
Days Across at least four days per week
Schedule Submission Submitted one week in advance within a structured weekly framework
Work Setting Fully remote; physicians set their own visit times and work from any location
Administrative Load No billing, coding, or office overhead

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Physicians treat adult patients seeking virtual care, with particular volume in addiction treatment. Encounters occur exclusively through telehealth and reach individuals across multiple states, including underserved areas.

Age Group Adults
Primary Presentation Patients seeking treatment for opioid use disorder and related substance use concerns
Additional Needs Patients interested in medical weight management and general telehealth services
Setting Outpatient virtual visits only

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work centers on virtual addiction treatment with buprenorphine for opioid use disorder, complemented by medical weight management and broader general telehealth services.

Opioid Use Disorder Care Medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) using buprenorphine
Weight Management Medical evaluation and treatment for weight loss
General Telehealth Assessment and management of common outpatient medical issues

Role Highlights

Several structural features distinguish this Telehealth Physician role from typical virtual physician positions.

  • Fully virtual practice with no in-person clinic or hospital requirements
  • Per-consult compensation of $35 with no fixed salary or productivity quotas beyond completed visits
  • Explicit emphasis on addiction treatment, including buprenorphine for opioid use disorder
  • Licensing costs covered and administrative support provided for additional state licenses

About QuickMD

QuickMD is a telemedicine provider founded in 2019. The company delivers virtual care across 44 states and has helped more than 100,000 patients access medical treatment, with a primary focus on addiction care and expanding programs in weight management and general telehealth services.

Year Founded 2019
States Served 44
Patients Served More than 100,000
Core Service Areas Addiction treatment, weight management, general telehealth

Frequently Asked Questions

What controlled substances may be prescribed in this role?
QuickMD does not prescribe controlled substances except buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment.
Does QuickMD cover the cost of additional state medical licenses?
Yes. QuickMD covers licensing costs and provides support for physicians obtaining additional state licenses.
What is the minimum weekly time commitment?
Physicians must be able to work at least 15 hours weekly across a minimum of four days, with schedules submitted one week in advance.
Is the position an employee or independent contractor role?
Physicians are engaged as independent contractors (1099). A Form 1099 is issued annually.
What malpractice coverage is provided?
Malpractice insurance is fully covered at 3M/1M limits, together with dedicated legal and compliance support.
Is training for buprenorphine or MOUD included?
Required training, including buprenorphine/MOUD training where applicable, is completed as part of onboarding.

Telehealth Physician in Fort Worth, TX

This Telehealth Physician role with QuickMD is a fully virtual 1099 independent contractor position referenced to Fort Worth, Texas. Physicians deliver outpatient care primarily focused on medication for opioid use disorder using buprenorphine, along with medical weight management and general telehealth services. The role requires active medical licenses in at least five U.S. states, with preference given to candidates holding three or more licenses in AL, CA, FL, GA, NC, PA, or TX. Compensation is $35 per completed consult, equating to $105 per hour at standard 20-minute visits and up to $210 per hour with shorter visits; the top 10 percent of physicians earn more than $260,000 annually. Physicians commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week across at least four days and submit schedules one week in advance within a structured weekly framework. All work is remote, malpractice coverage of 3M/1M is provided, and QuickMD covers costs for additional state licenses. The position supports QuickMD’s telemedicine platform, which has served more than 100,000 patients across 44 states since its founding in 2019.

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