Remote/ DOD / Physician - Flight Surgeon
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Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Medical Director, overseeing the application of clinical standards across a variety of cases
- Provide clinical recommendations on cases involving medical readiness, licensing, return to duty, and special medical reviews
- Evaluate patient records and issue disposition recommendations for complex case types, such as:
- Occupational health evaluations
- Clearance for specific job functions or return-to-work decisions
- Disability, convalescent leave, and case management assessments
- Appeals, complaint reviews, and benefit-related medical documentation
- Collaborate with clinical teams and administrative personnel to ensure timely and compliant case closure
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure all medical decisions align with applicable policies and best practices
Qualifications
- Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
- Certification as a Flight Surgeon or demonstrated experience in Aerospace Medicine
- Active, unrestricted medical license in good standing in any U.S. state or territory
- Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in occupational health, internal medicine, emergency medicine, flight medicine, or a related field
- Strong decision-making, clinical documentation, and communication skills
- Must be a US Citizen
- Familiarity with medical review standards and documentation protocols
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
- Flexible remote schedule with defined case turnaround timelines
- Full time W2 with benefits or independent contractor position (flexible)
Application Attachments Required
- Updated CV/Resume
- Documentation of Flight Surgeon certification or equivalent Aerospace Medicine experience or occupational medicine board certification
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