Registered Dietitian- 1099

Teladoc Health; United States; On-site; USD 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Supportive technology and infrastructure

Inclusive benefits program

Job summary

A leading telehealth provider in the United States is seeking a Staff Registered Dietitian to deliver personalized nutrition plans via telemedicine. This role allows for remote work with 1099 contract terms, where dietitians can manage their schedules while providing expert care. Candidates must hold relevant state licenses and certifications, with at least 2 years of experience. A compensation of $30 is offered per completed consult. This position emphasizes the importance of communication and rapport-building skills in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed within the US.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as licensed RD/RDN working independently.
• Desire to provide a minimum of 10 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized nutrition plans and medical nutrition therapy to individuals via telemedicine.
• Analyze patients' health status, goals, and dietary restrictions during virtual visits.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures including HIPAA.

Skills

Excellent listening skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Building rapport

Education

Master's degree in science or related health specialty

RD or RDN certification

Licensed Dietitian or Dietitian Nutritionist

Job description

Join the team leading the next evolution of virtual care.

At Teladoc Health, you are empowered to bring your true self to work while helping millions of people live their healthiest lives.

Here you will be part of a high-performance culture where colleagues embrace challenges, drive transformative solutions, and create opportunities for growth. Together, we're transforming how better health happens.

Summary of Position

The Staff Registered Dietitian (RD) provides personalized nutrition plans and medical nutrition therapy to individuals seeking care through telemedicine Nutrition visits on the Teladoc platform, while creating a professional yet comfortable environment. During the visits, the RD will monitor progress and modify the nutrition plan as required during subsequent visits. This role will provide virtual services on a 1099 contract basis. As a contracted provider, you'll work independently, set your own schedule, and use your expertise to help clients thrive – supported by Teladoc's technology and infrastructure.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient-facing support (85%)

• Through virtual services (audio and video as required), analyze patients' health status, goals, and dietary restrictions, while tracking dietary intake and progress, and providing education on how to maintain a balanced diet while delivering superb clinical care.
• Utilize Teladoc-approved resources for member-facing support documents and programs, and adhere to quality standards.
• Refer to other specialists as needed whether on or off the platform.
• Demonstrate and utilize knowledge of other services available to members both internally at Teladoc and externally with the health plan or community.
• Work in a collaborative way with internal and external customers to assure members receive optimal care.
• Comply with all policies, procedures, and protocols that Teladoc and its Quality Assurance Committee may adopt from time to time, including applicable Nutrition service line policies and procedures.
• Strict adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance regulations.

Case documentation (10%)

• Complete thorough and accurate record-keeping within 24 hours of member visit.

Other duties as assigned (5%)

The time spent on each responsibility reflects an estimate and is subject to change dependent on business needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required Qualifications

• Must be licensed within the US. Currently looking for Dietitians licensed in OH, ND, SD, HI, WY, MN, MS, NM, NV, KY, WV, AK, NH, DE, IA, NE, TN, FL, TX, NC, MD, GA, PA, NY & VT (not including AZ, CA, CO, MI, NJ & VA)
• Required license or credential needed to perform job: Licensed Dietitian (LD) or Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
• Maintain an active RD or RDN certification through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Maintain all state licensure in respective specialty
• Master's degree in science or related health specialty unless RD/RDN license obtained prior to January 1st, 2024
• Minimum 2 years of experience as licensed RD/RDN working independently
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills including documentation utilizing the Assessment, Diagnoses, Intervention and Monitoring/Evaluation (ADIME) process
• Ability to build rapport quickly using skills necessary for a virtual visit platform
• Desire to provide a minimum of 10 hours a week

The above qualifications, knowledge, experience, and/or background are expected but not required for this role.

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Teladoc Health will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual in line with company policy.

Compensation

The compensation for this role pays $30 per completed consult.

Benefits

• Teladoc Health is transforming how better health happens. Learn how when you join us in pursuit of our impactful mission.
• Chart your career path with meaningful opportunities that empower you to grow, lead, and make a difference.
• Join a multi-faceted community that celebrates each colleague's unique perspective and is focused on continually improving, each and every day.
• Contribute to an innovative culture where fresh ideas are valued as we increase access to care in new ways.
• Enjoy an inclusive benefits program centered around you and your family, with tailored programs that address your unique needs.
• Explore candidate resources with tips and tricks from Teladoc Health recruiters and learn more about our company culture by exploring #TeamTeladocHealth on LinkedIn.

Legal Statements

Teladoc Health will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never have and never will discriminate against any job candidate or employee due to age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, medical condition, family history, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, parental status, or pregnancy. In our innovative and inclusive workplace, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.