Telehealth Physician, MD/DO (Remote 1099)
Listed compensation
$60/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Job Title: Telehealth Physician, MD/DO (Remote 1099)
- Location: 100% Remote - United States
- Employment Type: 1099
Focus on patients. We’ll handle the rest.
About CareTalk Health
CareTalk Health is a fully remote, nationwide virtual medical practice. We partner with Medicare Advantage plans to deliver Annual Wellness Visits and close care gaps, reaching members wherever they are. Virtual care isn’t a compromise. It’s care delivered the way patients actually want it.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Board-Certified Physicians (MD/DO) to deliver comprehensive virtual care. If you’re licensed in multiple states, and especially if you participate in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC), we’d love to hear from you.
At CareTalk, you bring the clinical expertise. We surround you with scheduling, nursing support, technology, and training, so you can focus on the patient in front of you.
- What You’ll Do
- Conduct Annual Wellness Visits and E/M follow-up visits by phone or video
- Manage chronic conditions, review medications, and prescribe where clinically appropriate
- Write orders for indicated screenings and review returned results for the care you initiate
- Close care gaps and build strong rapport with Medicare patients
Document Every Encounter Accurately in SOAP Format
Schedule: Minimum 16 hours per week. Our clinic hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm ET, and Saturday, 10am to 4pm ET
- Required
- Board certified MD or DO
- Active, unrestricted medical licenses in multiple states
- Medicare participating physician (or willing to become one)
- Experience in preventive and/or primary care
- Proven experience providing patient care in a virtual or telehealth clinic environment
- Comfort conducting both phone and video visits, and EHR fluency
- Strong documentation and patient communication skills
- Strong digital fluency and ability to navigate multiple systems
- Strongly preferred
- Participation in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)
Work Location Requirement
This is a remote U.S.-based position. Employees must perform all work physically within the United States. International work is not permitted during scheduled work hours.
Work Environment
This is a remote position and may be “on camera” at any time. You will work from a home office, requiring reliable internet connectivity and a secure, private workspace.
Technical Requirements
Computer
- Windows or Apple (macOS) Computer ONLY (NO Chromebooks, Linux Machines, or Smartphones)
- Must have at least Windows 10 or macOS 14 Sonoma.
Hardware
Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Equivalent (Windows); Apple Silicon (Macs)
RAM: 16 GB
Headphones: Wired headphones required for optimal audio quality. (NO built-in mics)
Internet Speed: Meet minimum internet speed requirements (100 MBPS download speed and 50 MBPS upload speed). Must have an ethernet cable connecting computer directly into router.
Browser and System: Use Google Chrome with Amazon Workspaces (regardless of computer type).
Webcam: A webcam is required for video calls. Most laptops have a built-in webcam, which is acceptable. If your computer does not have a webcam, you will need to use an external webcam.
- Recommended Equipment: A second monitor is highly suggested for laptop users; dual monitors for PC users.
- Why CareTalk Health
- Paid, facilitated live training (9 to 12 hours at $60/hour) before you see patients
- Collaborative virtual team of support staff and nurses working at the top of their licenses
- Flexible, fully remote practice built around efficient, technology-enabled care
- Make a real impact closing care gaps for Medicare patients
Join a Fast-growing Virtual Healthcare Organization
CareTalk Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
California applicants: Please review our California Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection before applying. The notice explains the categories of personal information we collect, how we use and retain it, whether we sell or share it, and your privacy rights under California law: caretalkhealth.com
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive Annual Wellness Visits and follow-up appointments via phone or video for Medicare patients. Manage chronic conditions, prescribe medications, and accurately document all encounters in SOAP format.
Requirements
Must be a board-certified MD or DO with active, unrestricted medical licenses in multiple states. Requires experience in preventive or primary care and the ability to work in a fully remote, technology-enabled environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Family Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 40 active Family Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 53% have no call, 55% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Family Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Nationally, Family Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $265k, with the typical range spanning $200k to $340k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Telehealth Physician, MD/DO (Remote 1099) at CareTalk Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Family Medicine — ranked against 2,560 active Family Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
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