Remote Pain Medicine Physician Jobs
Remote pain medicine physician jobs are open across the U.S. in telehealth, managed care, insurance utilization review, and pain management consulting, with distributed teams hiring physicians from attending level through senior clinical leadership. Employers hiring remotely right now include Viatris, Medtronic, and VITAL CARE. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.
A Day in the Life
We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.
Our Neuromodulation Operating Unit provides advanced therapies for chronic pain, movement disorders, and other neurological conditions. Through spinal cord stimulation, deep brain stimulation, and targeted drug delivery systems, we deliver personalized treatments that restore function, reduce symptoms, and improve quality of life worldwide.
Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic Brain Modulation and Pain Interventions
At Medtronic, the Associate Clinical Specialist, supports the Neuromodulation Pain and Target Drug Delivery Therapies in the areas of surgical coverage, follow-up support, troubleshooting, customer service and education. This person will be engaged in basic market development activities depending upon the needs of the assigned territory and district.
This is a field-based position.
We are seeking a committed professional, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region, to join our winning team. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also includes travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
- Represents Medtronic during surgical procedures by ensuring all necessary equipment and products required are available, providing technical support and device selection, and performing programming and testing of all device systems
- Manages patients through all phases of the clinical process as well as educate them on the features and benefits of Medtronic products
- Provides clinical support in surgeries, re-programmings, troubleshooting and follow ups in hospitals and clinics
- Responds promptly and appropriately to technical inquiries by customers, patients, and colleagues
- Maintains a working knowledge of competitive products
- Educates and trains physicians, hospital personnel and office staff on products and therapies. This is expected by, but not limited to, coordinating one on one teaching sessions, formal in-services, education programs, seminars and/or outside symposia (based off quarterly Plan of Action as directed by Leadership)
- Assists Management and Sales Training department in education/training of new employees in the district
- Complies with required event reporting and documentation utilizing Medtronic technology tools
- Accountable for placing orders with customer service for pending purchase orders and product replacement
- Expected to work with materials management to collect POs for cases covered within the territory/district
- Responsible for managing inventory provided for case coverage, including: timely transactions when product is used, sold or transferred, maintaining a required level of cycle count accuracy, executing product retrievals as instructed, turning over inventory in a reasonable time frame, not implanting expired product or product that is on hold
- Contributes to the achievement of quarterly goals associated with specific initiatives at the district, regional and/or national level
- Partners with sales representatives to achieve business goals set forth within the territory/district and documents quarterly activities utilizing provided business tool(s)
- Visits accounts to replenish literature and establishes/maintains relationships with office staff
- Effectively utilizes Excel, a mobile phone, an IPAD, a laptop, and/or a Samsung tablet regularly
- Manages business expenses and budget effectively and in given timeframe
- Ensures personal understanding of all quality policy/system items that are personally applicable
- Completes all new hire therapy trainings as directed by medical education
- Completes all corporate compliance training prior to date due
- Ability to be flexible with schedule while working and/or attending clinical events, possibly outside of normal business hours to include weekends and after hours and at the discretion of Clinical Specialist Manager
- Travels to cover district cases as needed in the district, and occasionally to other districts at the discretion of Clinical Manager
We seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader —that’s why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
Qualifications
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure these minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
- A High School Diploma or GED with a minimum 4 years of clinical or medical sales experience; or
- An Associate’s Degree with a minimum 2 years of clinical or medical sales experience; or
Nice to Have:
- Bachelor's degree in a health care related field
- Master’s degree
- Registered nurse or HCP with experience in a sterile environment
- Clinical experience with implantable neurological products and patient care
- Experience in servicing medical personnel on product use
- Experience with a medical device company or pharmaceutical company, and clinical experience in a specialty area: neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedic, operating room, pain management, or home health care
- Understands basic reimbursement and healthcare environment
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
Additional Job Requirements :
- Required to function using healthcare universal precautions to minimize exposure to infectious disease and radiation
- Ability to serve as the primary resource for scheduled and unscheduled clinical events, periodically required to work weekends, evenings and nights and may be required to engage in overnight travel within own district or neighboring districts
- Ability to work efficiently and autonomously with little direction when outside of clinical events
- Ability to attend national meetings, district meetings and other training as requested
- Ability to wear a 7-9 lbs protective lead apron for extended periods of time in the operating room
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to sitting, standing, and/or walking for 8+ hours per day
- Ability to bend/stoop, squat and balance frequently
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in relation to travel and operating a personal computer.
- Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application. Must be able to drive approximately 50% of the time within assigned territory and may require overnight travel.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:
Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.
Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.
If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.
If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at AskHR@medtronic.com .
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.
A Day in the Life
We are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission—to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.
Our Neuromodulation Operating Unit provides advanced therapies for chronic pain, movement disorders, and other neurological conditions. Through spinal cord stimulation, deep brain stimulation, and targeted drug delivery systems, we deliver personalized treatments that restore function, reduce symptoms, and improve quality of life worldwide.
Check us out on LinkedIn: Medtronic Brain Modulation and Pain Interventions
At Medtronic, the Associate Clinical Specialist, supports the Neuromodulation Pain and Target Drug Delivery Therapies in the areas of surgical coverage, follow-up support, troubleshooting, customer service and education. This person will be engaged in basic market development activities depending upon the needs of the assigned territory and district.
This is a field-based position.
We are seeking a committed professional, required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region, to join our winning team. A valid driver's license is essential for this role, which also includes travel outside the territory, presenting opportunities for broader engagement.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
- Represents Medtronic during surgical procedures by ensuring all necessary equipment and products required are available, providing technical support and device selection, and performing programming and testing of all device systems
- Manages patients through all phases of the clinical process as well as educate them on the features and benefits of Medtronic products
- Provides clinical support in surgeries, re-programmings, troubleshooting and follow ups in hospitals and clinics
- Responds promptly and appropriately to technical inquiries by customers, patients, and colleagues
- Maintains a working knowledge of competitive products
- Educates and trains physicians, hospital personnel and office staff on products and therapies. This is expected by, but not limited to, coordinating one on one teaching sessions, formal in-services, education programs, seminars and/or outside symposia (based off quarterly Plan of Action as directed by Leadership)
- Assists Management and Sales Training department in education/training of new employees in the district
- Complies with required event reporting and documentation utilizing Medtronic technology tools
- Accountable for placing orders with customer service for pending purchase orders and product replacement
- Expected to work with materials management to collect POs for cases covered within the territory/district
- Responsible for managing inventory provided for case coverage, including: timely transactions when product is used, sold or transferred, maintaining a required level of cycle count accuracy, executing product retrievals as instructed, turning over inventory in a reasonable time frame, not implanting expired product or product that is on hold
- Contributes to the achievement of quarterly goals associated with specific initiatives at the district, regional and/or national level
- Partners with sales representatives to achieve business goals set forth within the territory/district and documents quarterly activities utilizing provided business tool(s)
- Visits accounts to replenish literature and establishes/maintains relationships with office staff
- Effectively utilizes Excel, a mobile phone, an IPAD, a laptop, and/or a Samsung tablet regularly
- Manages business expenses and budget effectively and in given timeframe
- Ensures personal understanding of all quality policy/system items that are personally applicable
- Completes all new hire therapy trainings as directed by medical education
- Completes all corporate compliance training prior to date due
- Ability to be flexible with schedule while working and/or attending clinical events, possibly outside of normal business hours to include weekends and after hours and at the discretion of Clinical Specialist Manager
- Travels to cover district cases as needed in the district, and occasionally to other districts at the discretion of Clinical Manager
We seek out and hire a diverse workforce at every level: We need fresh ideas and inclusive insights to continue to be an innovative industry leader —that’s why we make it a point to seek out, attract and develop employees who are patient-centric, passionate, and who represent the same wide variety of life experiences as our patients.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
Qualifications
Must Have: Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, please ensure these minimum requirements are evident on your resume.
- A High School Diploma or GED with a minimum 4 years of clinical or medical sales experience; or
- An Associate’s Degree with a minimum 2 years of clinical or medical sales experience; or
Nice to Have:
- Bachelor's degree in a health care related field
- Master’s degree
- Registered nurse or HCP with experience in a sterile environment
- Clinical experience with implantable neurological products and patient care
- Experience in servicing medical personnel on product use
- Experience with a medical device company or pharmaceutical company, and clinical experience in a specialty area: neurology, neurosurgery, orthopedic, operating room, pain management, or home health care
- Understands basic reimbursement and healthcare environment
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
Additional Job Requirements :
- Required to function using healthcare universal precautions to minimize exposure to infectious disease and radiation
- Ability to serve as the primary resource for scheduled and unscheduled clinical events, periodically required to work weekends, evenings and nights and may be required to engage in overnight travel within own district or neighboring districts
- Ability to work efficiently and autonomously with little direction when outside of clinical events
- Ability to attend national meetings, district meetings and other training as requested
- Ability to wear a 7-9 lbs protective lead apron for extended periods of time in the operating room
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to sitting, standing, and/or walking for 8+ hours per day
- Ability to bend/stoop, squat and balance frequently
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in relation to travel and operating a personal computer.
- Must have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance policy. In addition, your driving record will be reviewed and will be considered as part of your application. Must be able to drive approximately 50% of the time within assigned territory and may require overnight travel.
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:
Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.
Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.
If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.
If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at AskHR@medtronic.com .
Benefits & Compensation
Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals.
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
Further details are available at the link below:
Medtronic benefits and compensation plans
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Who's Hiring
- Viatris10
- Medtronic1
- VITAL CARE1
- Golden Lotus Labs1G
- Managed Medical Review Organization1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote pain medicine physician jobs.
- Board certification or eligibility in pain medicine through ABPM or ABMS subspecialty
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited pain medicine fellowship
- Active and unrestricted state medical license in the state of employment
- Current DEA registration including Schedule II controlled substances
- Proficiency in fluoroscopy-guided interventional procedures such as epidural steroid injections and nerve blocks
- Experience with spinal cord stimulation, intrathecal drug delivery systems, or other neuromodulation therapies
Tips for Your Remote Pain Medicine Physician Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote pain medicine physician openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your clinical background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Show your async communication skills upfront
Remote pain medicine teams rely heavily on written handoffs, secure messaging, and EHR documentation. Highlight specific examples of clear written clinical communication in your CV and cover letter so hiring teams can assess your fit before the first call.
Target companies with distributed clinical teams
Telehealth networks, national managed care organizations, and insurance carriers with multi-state operations are the most consistent remote hirers for pain medicine physicians. Focusing your search on these employer types narrows your list to companies that already have remote clinical infrastructure in place.
Prepare for structured remote clinical interviews
Remote pain medicine interviews often include case vignettes or chart review exercises conducted over video. Practice articulating your clinical reasoning out loud and in writing, since remote employers are evaluating both your diagnostic thinking and your ability to communicate it without in-person cues.
Remote Pain Medicine Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote pain medicine physician job?
Remote pain medicine physician roles go to candidates who can demonstrate strong clinical judgment without in-person oversight, so your application needs to show self-direction alongside your specialty credentials. Telehealth platforms, utilization review firms, and insurance medical director teams are the most active remote hirers. Candidates with experience in chart review, independent treatment planning, or prior authorization decisions have a clear edge because those workflows translate directly to fully remote environments.
Which companies hire remote pain medicine physicians?
Employers currently hiring remote pain medicine physicians include Viatris, Medtronic, and VITAL CARE, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The companies most active in this space include telehealth networks, managed care organizations, and insurance carriers with distributed clinical review teams.
Can you get a remote pain medicine physician job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level pain medicine physician roles are limited because remote work requires independent clinical decision-making from day one. Telehealth platforms and utilization review companies occasionally hire newer attendings for supervised case review roles. Candidates can strengthen their profile by showing comfort with async communication tools, electronic health record proficiency, and any chart review or telemedicine exposure from residency or fellowship.
Do you need a degree for remote pain medicine physician jobs?
Usually, yes. Remote pain medicine physician roles consistently require a medical degree and board certification or eligibility in pain medicine or a related specialty. What remote employers weigh alongside credentials is practical clinical experience with the conditions and procedures common in pain management, plus demonstrated ability to work independently, communicate clearly in writing, and manage a caseload without on-site support.
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