Staff Physician, 24/7 Care (1099)

Emergency MedicineContract

Listed compensation

$25/phone consult, $28/video consult, $12/async consult

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

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

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care and ready to redefine what's possible in virtual medicine?

Join Teladoc Health, a leader in virtual healthcare, as a 1099, 24/7 Care Staff Physician, where you'll play a critical role in expanding access to exceptional, patient-centered care across the country.

As an independent contractor, you can either add to your current clinical practice or build an entire telemedicine practice depending on the state(s) you are licensed in.

We're seeking experienced, independently licensed physicians who thrive in an innovative, technology-driven environment and are excited to shape the future of healthcare. In this role, you'll deliver comprehensive virtual care through on-demand visits through a variety of modalities to provide patients with timely, convenient care whenever and wherever they need it.

Beyond direct patient care, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with internal stakeholders, support clinical initiatives, and serve as a mentor and trusted resource for fellow physicians within the Teladoc Health network.

This position supports hiring 100% remote within the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Provide virtual medical services to Teladoc members
  • Provide care via a variety of virtual modalities
  • Willingness to service members requiring prioritization as identified by Teladoc’s operations team
  • Work closely at times with Teladoc’s operation team to ensure network needs are fulfilled
  • Provide picture and professional profile for posting on platform

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of clinical experience as a physician.
  • Active Medical license required with Board Certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
  • Candidates must hold active, unrestricted licensure in a minimum of four (4) states at the time of hire.
  • Must be eligible for and willing to enroll in applicable state and federal healthcare programs, with no exclusions that would prevent participation.
  • Previous Telehealth experience preferred.

Must Hold an Active DEA

  • Must have a clean professional record with no board disciplinary actions.
  • Passionate regarding the delivery of high-quality medical care
  • History of strong clinical performance
  • Willingness to serve as an ambassador regarding the clinical importance of virtual care
  • Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records and computer-based applications

Ability to Build Relationships Across Departments

The compensation for this position is $25/phone consult, $28/video consult, $12/async consult.

Teladoc Health maintains an open application for Physician roles due to ongoing hiring needs, as multiple identical positions are filled on a continuous basis throughout the year.

As part of our hiring process, we verify identity and credentials, conduct interviews (live or video), and screen for fraud or misrepresentation. Applicants who falsify information will be disqualified.

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.

Why Join Teladoc Health?

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.

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.

Teladoc Health respects your privacy and is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your personal information.

In furtherance of your employment relationship with Teladoc Health, we collect personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws, including but not limited to, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Personal information is defined as: Any information or set of information relating to you, including (a) all information that identifies you or could reasonably be used to identify you, and (b) all information that any applicable law treats as personal information.

Teladoc Health’s Notice of Privacy Practices for U.S. Employees’ Personal information is available at this link.

Requirements

Requires at least 2 years of clinical experience and active board certification in Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine. Candidates must hold active, unrestricted licensure in at least four U.S. states and possess an active DEA registration.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Relationship buildingMentorship

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Staff Physician, 24/7 Care (1099) at Teladoc Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Emergency Medicine — ranked against 1,047 active Emergency Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Teladoc Health holds gold-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 86/100, 6 active listings.

Of the 42 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 93% have no call, 69% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Nationally, Emergency Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $350k, with the typical range spanning $270k to $450k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Top contract/1099 Emergency Medicine Jobs

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks35 jobs · 7 employers

401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
20%
Relocation assistance
6%
Sign-on bonus
3%
Loan repayment
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 6.1
Better work-life than 90% of Emergency Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,047 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Teladoc Health

Hospitals and Health Care
New York, NY
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Remote work
Independent contractor