Remote Physician Jobs in Illinois

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Remote Physician Jobs

The Benefits of Working in Telemedicine

100% Remote
Work and see patients from anywhere.
Earn Extra Income
Telemedicine is a great side gig for nurse practitioners.
Flexible Scheduling
Say goodbye to rigid clinic schedules.
In-Demand
Telehealth is growing, and so is the need for virtual clinicians.
Do What You Love
OpenLoopโ€™s network of clinicians spans 30+ specialities.

How do I become a remote physician in Illinois?

In-Demand State Licenses For Physicians

AK WA OR CA NV AZ UT ID MT WY CO NM TX OK KS NE SD ND MN WI IL IA MO AR LA MS AL GA FL SC NC TN KY IN MI OH WV VA PA NY ME NH VT MA RI CT NJ DE MD DC HI
State licensure requirements will be added as they become available.

How many state licenses do I need to work in telehealth?

For physicians, thereโ€™s a few ways to look at it. If youโ€™re licensed in the below โ€œin-demandโ€ states, then that might be good enough. Generally, we recommend having 3-4 state licenses.
High volume state licensure we look for:

Why do you need to be licensed in multiple states?

The beauty of telehealth is that patients can access care from anywhere. To meet that demand, providers who hold multi-state licenses stand out - they can treat more patients across more regions, making their resumes stronger and more competitive.

How much money can a physician make in Illinois?

For telemedicine, this can depend on whether you are a contract, 1099 or a full-time W-2 employee. This is a summary of the average U.S. compensation for telemedicine clinicians in 2025, reviewing the differences between contract, 1099 (independent contractor), and W-2 (employee) roles.
Average Pay for Physicians (MD, DO) in Telemedicine
Role Type Average
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate Benefits
1099/Contract $275,000โ€“$320,000 $101โ€“$155 Highest take-home, no benefits
W-2 ~$240,000โ€“$270,000 $115 Includes benefits like health insurance and 401(k) matching

Figures are based on the most recent available national data and may vary by specialty, geography, experience and employer.

How to get licensed in the state of Illinois as a physician

The state of Illinois accepts both physical and online applications, however the online application process is approximately 3 weeks faster in processing time. The state of Illinois also requires physicians to obtain a medical license, controlled substance license and a DEA license in order to practice medicine.

Average Application Processing Time

8 weeks

Yes

Supporting Documents/Requirements:

  • Medical education verification and transcripts
  • USMLE or COMLEX-USA exams
  • Accredited residency program
  • Criminal background check
  • Previous licensesโ€™ verification

Licensing Fees:

  • Application Fee: $700
  • 5 attempts at all USMLE Steps & COMLEX levels
  • 7 years to complete USMLE, No limit on COMLEX
  • 2 years of Postgraduate training
  • Illinois Accepts FCVS

Licenses in the state of Illinois need to be renewed every three years and require 150 hours of CME during this three year period.

For full and complete Illinois licensing requirements and information visit: https://idfpr.illinois.gov/profs/physicians.html

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๐Ÿ“ Remote
๐Ÿ’ฐ $125/hr
๐Ÿ“… Posted July 25, 2025
This is a remote position. OpenLoop is seeking Family and Internal Medicine Physicians specializing in Chronic Care Management to join our virtual team. We provide care ranging from comprehensive preventive care to managing complex chronic conditions, but most importantly support patients and famili...
๐Ÿ“ Remote
๐Ÿ“… Posted June 5, 2025
This is a remote position. OpenLoop is seeking multi-licensed Telemedicine Physicians for virtual primary care visits. If you are looking for a telemedicine opportunity to provide quality and affordable healthcare to all, this is the one for you! Meet OpenLoop OpenLoop Health was founded with the vi...
๐Ÿ“ Remote
๐Ÿ’ฐ $250/Month/Collab
๐Ÿ“… Posted November 14, 2024
This is a remote position. OpenLoop is looking for a collaborating Physician for our internal group of Nurse Practitioners. If you enjoy collaborating and mentoring Advanced Practice Practitioners, this position is perfect! Meet OpenLoop OpenLoop Health was founded with the vision to deliver healing...
๐Ÿ“ Remote
๐Ÿ’ฐ Competitive Compensation
๐Ÿ“… Posted November 12, 2024
This is a remote position. OpenLoop is looking for Functional Medicine Providers who have knowledge of the endocrine system focused on but is not limited to hormone imbalance, optimizing metabolic health, sleep, fat loss, cognitive function and injury recovery. If you are passionate about practicing...
๐Ÿ“ Remote
๐Ÿ’ฐ $13/async; $135/hr sync
๐Ÿ“… Posted November 12, 2024
This is a remote position. OpenLoop is looking for a board certified Primary Care Physician who is passionate about health and wellness and helping consumers better understand their personal metrics. If this sounds like you, this position is perfect! Meet OpenLoop OpenLoop Health was founded with th...
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