Location & Practice Overview

The role is based within a national telemedicine organization that delivers care across multiple states. Although listed with a San Antonio, Texas location reference, clinical work occurs entirely through virtual visits.

Organization Type National telemedicine provider
Care Delivery Fully virtual
Coverage Area 44 states
Reference Location San Antonio, Texas

Responsibilities

  • Perform virtual patient assessments and medical history reviews
  • Order and interpret laboratory tests when needed
  • Prescribe medications and provide guidance on their use (controlled substances limited to buprenorphine for opioid use disorder)
  • Maintain accurate medical documentation
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and support staff
  • Stay current with medical advancements and telehealth practices

All clinical activity occurs through the platform’s virtual care tools with support from a dedicated provider team.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must meet the following licensing, credentialing, and experience criteria listed by the employer.

State Licensure
Active medical license in at least five U.S. states, with preference for three or more of AL, CA, FL, GA, NC, PA, TX
Additional Licensing
Willingness to obtain additional state licenses; QuickMD covers costs and provides support
DEA and State Credentials
Active DEA registration and applicable state controlled substance licenses where required
Experience
Experience in telehealth or high-volume in-person practice
Platform Comfort
Comfort with telemedicine platforms and EMRs; training is provided
Additional Attributes
Strong communication skills and genuine interest in expanding access to care, particularly in underserved communities

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is commission-based under a 1099 independent contractor arrangement. The employer states the following figures.

  • $35 per completed consult
  • $105 per hour at the standard 20-minute visit length, with effective pay increasing up to $210 per hour as physicians transition to shorter visit times
  • Top 10% of physicians earn $260K+ annually
  • Malpractice insurance fully covered ($3M / $1M)
  • Dedicated legal and compliance support

Schedule & Work Environment

Minimum Commitment 15–20 hours per week
Days of Week Across at least four days per week
Schedule Control Physicians set their own visit schedule within a structured weekly framework
Advance Notice Schedules submitted one week in advance
Work Location Work from anywhere
Administrative Duties No billing or office overhead

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Care is provided to adult patients seeking virtual treatment, with emphasis on those who may have limited local access options.

Primary Group Patients receiving addiction care
Additional Groups Patients seeking weight management and general telehealth services
Access Focus Underserved communities
Visit Format Virtual encounters

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical work centers on addiction treatment with supporting services in weight management and general telehealth.

Addiction Care Medication treatment for opioid use disorder using buprenorphine
Weight Management Medical weight management services
General Services General telehealth evaluation and treatment

Role Highlights

Distinct features of this position drawn directly from the employer’s description include the following.

  • Multi-state licensing costs covered with employer support for additional credentials
  • Per-consult compensation model of $35 with stated effective rates tied to visit length
  • Fully virtual practice with no billing or traditional office overhead
  • Physician-controlled visit scheduling inside a structured weekly framework

About QuickMD

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

Year Founded 2019
States Served 44
Patients Helped More than 100,000
Primary Emphasis Addiction care
Expanding Programs Weight management and general telehealth

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the role allow prescribing of controlled substances?
QuickMD does not prescribe controlled substances except buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment.
Who pays for additional state medical licenses?
QuickMD covers the costs of additional licenses and provides support for obtaining them.
Is training for buprenorphine or MOUD part of onboarding?
Required training, including buprenorphine/MOUD training where applicable, is completed as part of onboarding.
How far in advance must schedules be submitted?
Schedules are submitted one week in advance within the structured weekly framework.
What is the employment classification?
Physicians are engaged as independent contractors (1099). A Form 1099 is issued annually.
Is malpractice insurance provided?
Malpractice insurance is fully covered at $3M / $1M limits, along with dedicated legal and compliance support.

Telehealth Physician in San Antonio, TX

This Telehealth Physician position with QuickMD is a fully virtual 1099 independent contractor role listed under San Antonio, Texas. Physicians must hold active medical licenses in at least five U.S. states, with preference given to those licensed in three or more of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Texas, and must be willing to obtain additional licenses at QuickMD’s expense. Compensation is $35 per completed consult. The employer states that this equates to $105 per hour at the standard 20-minute visit length and can increase to $210 per hour with shorter visits; the top 10 percent of physicians earn $260,000 or more annually. Clinical responsibilities include virtual patient assessments, medical history reviews, laboratory ordering and interpretation, prescribing (limited to non-controlled substances except buprenorphine for opioid use disorder), documentation, and collaboration with the clinical team. The role requires a minimum commitment of 15–20 hours per week across at least four days, with physicians setting their own visit schedules inside a structured weekly framework and submitting them one week in advance. Work can be performed from any location. Malpractice coverage of $3 million / $1 million is fully provided. The clinical focus is addiction care, with additional activity in weight management and general telehealth services for adult patients, including those in underserved communities. Onboarding includes any required buprenorphine or MOUD training.

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