Healthcare Subject Matter Expert (SME) - AI Model Evaluation (New Zealand)

Remote | New Zealand | Project-Based Independent Contractor 

Compensation: $35–$140 USD/hour, based on specialty, experience, and project requirements

Help Shape the Future of AI in Government 

What if your clinical expertise could help artificial intelligence better understand complex medical information, evaluate healthcare scenarios, and deliver more accurate, reliable responses?

At Volga Partners, we’re connecting experienced healthcare professionals with opportunities to contribute to the development and evaluation of advanced AI models.

We’re seeking physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who can apply their clinical knowledge, independent judgment, and evidence-based reasoning to evaluate AI-generated medical information.

This isn’t a traditional healthcare position. You won’t be providing direct patient care or managing a caseload. Instead, you’ll assess complex medical scenarios, challenge inaccurate conclusions, identify gaps in reasoning, and provide structured feedback that improves AI model performance.

Your clinical expertise is what matters. AI experience is a plus, not a requirement.

Important Note: This is a freelance, task-based role designed for those seeking supplemental income. It’s essential to understand the nature of freelance work—tasks will be assigned as they become available, and work may be irregular or intermittent.

The Opportunity 

As a Healthcare SME, you’ll serve as a subject matter evaluator, helping assess the quality, accuracy, and reasoning of AI-generated responses across specialized healthcare functions.

You’ll examine realistic scenarios, identify errors or gaps in AI-generated conclusions, and provide expert feedback grounded in established medical standards, clinical guidelines, and professional judgment.

Your contributions will help improve how AI systems understand and respond to complex healthcare challenges.

Areas of Expertise We're Seeking 

We're particularly interested in professionals with substantial knowledge and practical experience in one or more of these areas: 

1. General Practice 

Physicians experienced in primary care, diagnostic assessment, preventive medicine, management of common medical conditions, and evidence-based clinical decision-making. 

2. Family Medicine 

Physicians with expertise in comprehensive primary care, acute and chronic disease management, differential diagnosis, and patient care across different age groups. 

3. Internal Medicine 

Physicians experienced in adult medicine, complex medical conditions, diagnostic interpretation, multisystem disease management, and evidence-based treatment decisions. 

4. Nurse Practitioners (NPs) 

Advanced-practice nursing professionals with experience in clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, treatment planning, patient management, and healthcare quality standards within their professional scope. 

5. Physician Assistants / Physician Associates (PAs) 

Qualified clinical professionals with experience in patient assessment, diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, and interpretation of medical findings within their professional scope. 

You do not need expertise in every area. We're seeking depth of knowledge within your particular specialization. 

What You'll Do 

• Evaluate AI-generated medical content: Assess responses for clinical accuracy, completeness, relevance, and consistency with accepted medical standards. 
• Analyze clinical reasoning: Determine whether AI-generated assessments, differential diagnoses, and treatment recommendations are supported by appropriate clinical evidence. 
• Identify errors and inconsistencies: Recognize inaccurate medical information, unsupported conclusions, missing clinical considerations, and potential patient safety concerns. 
• Validate medical information: Reference authoritative medical literature, established clinical guidelines, and evidence-based healthcare practices. 
• Provide expert feedback: Clearly explain findings, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend clinically appropriate corrections. 
• Support AI quality improvement: Apply established evaluation guidelines, scoring criteria, and project-specific quality standards. 
• Complete independent evaluations: Use designated online platforms to complete assignments accurately and within established project timelines. 

Why Join Volga Partners? 

Apply Your Clinical Expertise in a New Way 

Use the medical knowledge and professional judgment you've developed throughout your career to contribute to advanced AI technology without providing direct patient care. 

Help Improve AI Accuracy and Reliability 

Your evaluations will help identify weaknesses in AI-generated medical information and support the development of more accurate, clinically informed AI systems. 

Work Remotely 

Participate in specialized project-based assignments from an eligible location, with schedules and workloads determined by project needs. 

Explore the Future of Healthcare Technology 

Gain experience contributing to advanced AI model evaluation while applying the professional expertise you already possess. 

No AI Background Required 

We're looking for strong clinical professionals who can recognize accurate medical reasoning, identify mistakes, and explain their assessments using sound professional judgment. 

Compensation:

Volga Partners offers project-based hourly compensation based on clinical specialization, relevant experience, professional qualifications, geographic location, and project requirements. See rates per expertise:

General Practice Physician: $65–$120

Family Medicine Physician: $70–$130

Internal Medicine Physician: $80–$140

Nurse Practitioner: $40–$75

Physician Assistant: $35–$70

Project Details 

• Engagement Type: Project-based independent contractor 
• Work Arrangement: Remote 
• Primary Location: United States 
• Additional Markets: United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, India, and the Philippines, subject to client approval 
• Schedule: Variable, including potential weekday and weekend assignments 
• Evaluation Platform: DataCompute 
• Project Duration: Based on client requirements and project availability 
• Selection Process: Qualified candidates may be required to complete a skills-based clinical evaluation assessment before selection 

Specific assignments, schedules, workloads, and project dates will be communicated as they are confirmed. Hours and future assignments are not guaranteed. 

Bring Your Medical Expertise to the Future of AI 

If you're an experienced healthcare professional who enjoys analyzing complex medical information, applying evidence-based clinical judgment, and contributing to innovative technology, we'd love to hear from you. 

Join Volga Partners and help shape the next generation of healthcare AI. 

Apply today to be considered for upcoming project opportunities. 

Requirements

Who We're Looking For 

We’re seeking experienced healthcare professionals who bring more than familiarity with clinical practice. You should be comfortable analyzing complex medical information, exercising independent clinical judgment, and explaining the reasoning behind your conclusions.

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum of three years of relevant professional clinical experience in an applicable specialty. 
• Recognized medical degree, advanced-practice qualification, or equivalent professional credential appropriate to the specialty and country. 
• Demonstrated experience applying clinical judgment, diagnostic reasoning, or evidence-based medical practices. 
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, clinical guidelines, and healthcare standards relevant to the candidate's specialization. 
• Ability to critically evaluate complex medical information and distinguish accurate clinical reasoning from unsupported conclusions. 
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities. 
• Excellent written English communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain clinical findings and professional assessments. 
• Comfort using digital platforms, web-based applications, and online research tools. 
• Ability to work independently, follow detailed instructions, and meet established quality standards. 
• Must be comfortable and understand this is a task-based role. 

Preferred Qualifications  

We encourage applications from professionals with backgrounds such as: 

• Current or previous professional licensure or registration relevant to the candidate's specialty. 
• Experience reviewing medical records, clinical research, medical guidelines, or healthcare quality assessments. 
• Familiarity with U.S. healthcare standards or clinical practices in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. 
• Experience evaluating clinical documentation, medical literature, or complex healthcare cases. 
• Previous exposure to AI model evaluation, medical content review, clinical research, or healthcare technology. 
  

Experience with AI model evaluation, large language models (LLMs), research, or structured quality assessments is beneficial but not required.