Chief Medical Officer (MD/DO)

Job Description

Job Description

Locum Tenens | Long-Term Care | Northwest Montana $200/hr | $250/hr Callback | $190K+ in 6 Months | Travel + Housing + Malpractice Provided

We are seeking a board-certified MD or DO to serve as Chief Medical Officer at a 47-bed skilled nursing facility in beautiful Northwest Montana. This is a high-impact 1099 Locum Tenens contract position providing essential medical leadership and care to a stable resident population (average census ~30).

This role offers significant schedule flexibility once established, including a hybrid remote/on-site option. We are looking for a committed physician for a minimum 6-month contract (ideally 6–12 months) to ensure continuity of care for this deserving community.

If you’re a strong primary care or urgent care physician who enjoys meaningful work in a close-knit setting, this is an outstanding opportunity with excellent compensation and full support.

Position Highlights

• Compensation : $200.00 per hour regular rate | $250.00 per hour callback rate
• Total Earnings Potential : $190,000+ in just 6 months
• Schedule : Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Weekday call only (no weekend call required)
  • Hybrid remote + on-site flexibility available once established
• Contract Length : Minimum 6 months, up to 1 year (ASAP start)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical direction and oversight for a 47-bed skilled nursing facility
• Perform new admission History & Physicals
• Complete 60- and 90-day resident assessments
• Conduct medication reviews
• Manage acute conditions (e.g., UTIs, falls, infections)
• Perform daily rounding
• Handle weekday call for urgent resident issues

Requirements

• Active  Montana medical license (MD or DO)
• Board Certification in a primary care specialty (Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Geriatrics preferred)
• Active BLS certification
• Active DEA registration
• Strong background in  primary care and urgent care
• Experience in long-term care / skilled nursing is  highly preferred

What We Offer

• Medical Malpractice Insurance – Provided at no cost
• Travel and Housing – Fully covered
• Competitive hourly rates with callback pay
• Flexible hybrid schedule option
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a rural community

This is a 1099 independent contractor position.

At Wilderness Medical Staffing, we understand your desire for a fulfilling career that lets you practice meaningful medicine without burnout. Founded in 2010 by a provider just like you, we believe medicine should be an adventure. As a purpose-driven locum tenens staffing company, we actively connect healthcare professionals to more than 200 rural and remote locations throughout the Northwest United States and Alaska—ensuring you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.

Company Description

At Wilderness Medical Staffing, we understand your desire for a fulfilling career that lets you practice meaningful medicine without burnout. Founded in 2010 by a provider just like you, we believe medicine should be an adventure. As a purpose-driven locum tenens staffing company, we actively connect healthcare professionals to more than 200 rural and remote locations throughout the Northwest United States and Alaska—ensuring you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.