Teladoc

Staff Physician, Primary Care

Teladoc$245K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of post-residency experience as a Primary Care Physician.
  • Board certification in primary care or related field.
  • M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school in the U.S.
  • Active State Medical Practitioner License with no disciplinary actions in the last 5 years.
  • DEA eligibility and must reside in the U.S. with at least 3 state MD licenses at hire.

Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional virtual primary care services via video and phone.
  • Order tests and refer patients to specialists when necessary.
  • Analyze medical data to diagnose conditions and propose treatments.
  • Prescribe medications and discuss potential side effects with patients.
  • Advise patients on lifestyle and diet changes to improve health.
  • Maintain compliance with clinical quality and patient care standards.
  • Support the Medical Director in developing new products and services.

Benefits

  • 8 hours of PTO per semi-monthly pay period.
  • 80 hours of Paid Sick, Safe, and Caregiver Leave annually.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Access to a comprehensive benefits package aligned with Teladoc 2026 Benefits.
Full Job Description
Summary of Position

Working as part of a care team for Teladoc Health Medical Group, the Primary Care Physician provides best in class virtual patient care via video and telephonic appointments. This unique opportunity will contribute to shaping the evolution of virtual primary care as an industry standard to make primary care accessible, affordable and effective for all.

Teladoc will function as your primary employer, excluding the opportunity to work for competing telehealth companies. This is a full-time role with shifts varying Monday - Saturday, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Shifts will be scheduled based upon the needs of the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Work with a healthcare team to provide patients with exceptional primary care services virtually via video and phone communication channels, within the standard of care for primary care patients.
  • Order laboratory and radiology tests and refer patients to specialists when appropriate.
  • Be accessible to the Care Team to solve problems and keep the entire panel well cared for in a timely manner.
  • Analyze reports, test results, medical records and examinations to diagnose condition of patients and propose treatment options.
  • Prescribe pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens to treat identified and documented medical conditions, including discussing potential side effects and risks associated with allergies, interactions with other medications and/or health conditions as appropriate.
  • Provide advice to patients for lifestyle and diet changes that may improve their health or help to treat the health issue they are experiencing.
  • Consistently meet or exceed clinical quality and patient care standards, including adhering to department policies, procedures, and objectives.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
  • Record complete, timely and legible medical records.
  • Attendance at meetings, 1:1 provider assessments and other required meetings as deemed by leadership.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with and provide support as needed for the full range of Teldoc services including medical second opinion, treatment decision support, behavioral health, tele-dermatology and other service offerings.
  • Support the Medical Director and product team in the development of new products and services, as needed.
  • Collaborative oversight of advanced practice providers as required by business needs.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.


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

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Qualifications Expected for Position
  • Demonstrated passion regarding the delivery of high-quality virtual care.
  • History of strong clinical performance.
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records and computer-based applications.
  • Attention to detail and timely presentation to patient appointments imperative.
  • Mult-state licenses and willingness to become licensed in additional states as required and funded by the Company.
  • Active NY and/or TX physician licensure highly desired. Letter of Qualification (LOQ) for obtaining additional state licenses is highly desired.
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently in a virtual setting, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with patients and interdisciplinary teams remotely.
  • Strong commitment to patient-centered care, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.
  • Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving virtual care practices and embrace innovative technologies.
  • Dedication to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
  • Experience in Obesity Medicine is highly desired.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.


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

The below qualifications, knowledge, experience and/or background are required for this role. License certifications must be actively maintained.
  • 5+ years post-residency experience as a Primary Care Physician in a clinical setting Board certification in primary care or related field from successful completion of a residency at an accredited healthcare institution in Family Medicine or IM/Peds.
  • M.D. or D. O. degree from an accredited United States medical school.
  • Current State Medical Practitioner License.
  • No disciplinary actions within the last 5 years.
  • Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) eligible.
  • Must reside in the United States and not require sponsorship.
  • At least 3 state MD licenses are required at time of hire.


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.

Job Description Acknowledgment

This job description is a general overview of nature and level of work performed by employees with this job designation It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of this position. Management reserves the right to add, delete, and/or modify any of the job duties or requirements at any time. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above job description. By signing this job description, I understand the duties that are expected of me.

The base salary for this position is $245,300. In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for productivity pay as well as a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) listed here: Teladoc 2026 Benefits. Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions.

You will accrue 8 hours of PTO per semi-monthly pay period. You will also receive 80 hours of Paid Sick, Safe, and Caregiver Leave annually. This applies to full-time positions only. If you are applying for a part-time role, your recruiter can provide additional details.

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.

About Teladoc

Teladoc Health, Inc. is a multinational telemedicine and virtual healthcare company that provides medical, behavioral health, and dermatological care services via phone, online video, and mobile apps. The company's platform connects patients with doctors and medical experts for virtual visits and consultations. Teladoc Health's services are available to individuals, employers, health plans, and health systems. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Purchase, New York.
Learn more about Teladoc
Size
5,100 employees
Market Cap
$3.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$485.1 million
Founded
2002
5 Year Trend
+75.2%
Revenue
$1 billion
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