Contract Pediatrician (MD, Remote - Arizona)

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Arizona-licensed Pediatrician to support the launch of our behavioral health and medical services in Arizona. This contract position will play a key role in payer enrollment, credentialing, clinical readiness, and launch activities as we establish operations in the state. This is a flexible, 1099 hourly consultant role. Clinical service opportunities may become available in the future based on mutual interest and business needs. RESPONSIBILITIES - Credentialing & Licensure - Participate in commercial and Medicaid payer enrollment processes - Complete and maintain CAQH and credentialing documentation - Review and sign provider enrollment applications and related attestations - Participate in occasional meetings related to network expansion and market launch - Participate in 1-2 user research interviews to understand the AZ landscape - provider attitudes, patient attitudes towards care - Help identify local key opinion leaders in the pediatric space and facilitate introductions where appropriate QUALIFICATIONS - Active, unrestricted Arizona medical license - Board-certified Pediatrician - Active DEA registration - Ability to credential with commercial and government payers - Experience with telehealth and value-based care models preferred - Strong attention to detail and responsiveness during enrollment and credentialing activities - Active Arizona Medicaid enrollment preferred - Arizona state residency required ENGAGEMENT DETAILS - Independent Contractor (1099) - $100/hr, paid monthly via invoice - Flexible schedule, estimated at about 1 hour per week - Limited time commitment during launch phase - Opportunity to expand involvement as patient services launch in Arizona