Company Description:
MDCanHelp is a healthcare-focused organization dedicated to supporting physicians in optimizing their clinical practice, professional wellbeing, and patient outcomes. The company offers coaching and advisory services tailored specifically to medical doctors, including surgeons and OB/GYNs, who seek guidance on navigating complex clinical, operational, and career challenges. MDCanHelp emphasizes evidence-informed approaches, practical tools, and peer-level support to help physicians manage workload, improve communication, and enhance decision-making. The organization values collaboration, confidentiality, and respect for the unique demands of medical practice, and is committed to making high-quality coaching accessible through flexible, remote engagements.
Role Description:
MD Coach (Surgeons and OB/GYNs) is a part-time, remote contract role focused on providing professional coaching to physicians in surgical specialties and obstetrics/gynecology. In this role, the coach conducts one-on-one and small-group virtual sessions to help clients address clinical workflow issues, communication challenges, leadership development, and work-life balance. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing client needs, setting coaching goals, developing action plans, and following up on progress through scheduled calls or video meetings. The coach documents key session outcomes, maintains accurate and confidential records, and collaborates with the MDCanHelp team to refine coaching frameworks and resources. The position requires flexibility in scheduling to accommodate physician availability and a commitment to delivering respectful, non-judgmental, and practical support.
Qualifications:
Experience as a licensed physician (MD or DO), preferably in surgery or OB/GYN, or substantial experience coaching physicians in these specialties.
Demonstrated skills in coaching, mentoring, or advising professionals, including goal setting, accountability, and structured follow-up.
Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, including active listening, clear verbal communication, and professional written communication.
Familiarity with clinical workflows, operating room dynamics, and the unique demands of surgical and OB/GYN practice.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, uphold professional ethics, and build trust with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Comfort using remote collaboration tools and teleconferencing platforms for coaching sessions and documentation.
Organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage part-time contract responsibilities alongside other professional commitments.
Prior experience in physician wellness, leadership development, medical education, or practice management is beneficial.
Board certification and active or prior clinical practice experience in a relevant specialty are preferred but not required for all candidates.
