Job Description
GoTo Telemed is seeking experienced, licensed Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) to join our expanding teledentistry network. This is a flexible, 1099 independent contractor opportunity allowing you to deliver preventive dental care and patient education across multiple states using secure telehealth technology. We provide comprehensive support infrastructure including complete training, HIPAA-compliant digital platforms, insurance credentialing, billing services, supervising dentist network access, integrated EHR/EDI systems, professional liability insurance options, and an average of 200 network patients per month to ensure consistent patient volume and income potential. Position Type: 1099 Independent Contractor Work Schedule: Flexible – Set Your Own Hours Location: Remote (Multi-State, U.S.) Compensation Structure: Fee-for-Service Model Patient Volume: Approximately 200 average monthly network patients assigned Supervision Model: Licensed Dentist Available (Varies by State Regulations) Clinical Patient Care & Assessment • Conduct comprehensive teledentistry consultations with patients via secure, HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform (GoTo Telemed) • Perform virtual patient assessments including review of dental history, current complaints, past dental treatment, medical history relevant to oral health, and medication review • Assess patient oral health status through synchronous (real-time video) and asynchronous (store-and-forward) teledentistry modalities • Collect and transmit digital intraoral and extraoral images, radiographs, and clinical data to supervising dentist via secure platform • Provide professional oral health assessments, screening for dental pathology, and identification of treatment needs • Screen for early signs of dental caries, periodontal disease, oral cancer, and other pathological conditions • Document all clinical assessments, findings, and recommendations in integrated Electronic Health Record (EHR) system • Develop and implement individualized treatment recommendations within RDH scope of practice • Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques, preventive care strategies, and disease management protocols Preventive Care & Patient Education • Provide comprehensive dental hygiene education addressing oral health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment protocols • Educate patients on proper brushing and flossing techniques using evidence-based methodologies • Provide nutritional counseling related to oral health and dietary impact on dental disease • Counsel patients on tobacco cessation, alcohol use reduction, and other lifestyle modifications affecting oral health • Provide guidance on at-home fluoride varnish applications, antimicrobial rinses, and other preventive treatments (as permitted by state scope) • Develop patient-specific home care instructions adapted for teledentistry delivery • Support pain management strategies and post-operative guidance following dental procedures • Conduct pre- and post-operative consultations with patients undergoing dental treatment • Provide oral health instruction to patients with special needs, including pediatric, geriatric, and medically complex populations • Create and share educational materials addressing common dental conditions, prevention strategies, and treatment options Collaboration with Supervising Dentist • Maintain regular, professional communication with assigned supervising dentist(s) through secure messaging, phone consultation, or videoconference • Transmit comprehensive patient assessment data, digital images, radiographs, and clinical findings to supervising dentist for diagnosis and treatment planning • Obtain supervising dentist approval for treatment recommendations before communicating final plans to patients • Seek consultation from supervising dentist regarding complex cases, medically compromised patients, or findings outside standard assessment protocols • Comply with all state-specific supervision requirements including chart review, treatment plan approval, and documentation standards • Ensure all teledentistry patient encounters comply with supervising dentist-approved protocols and clinical guidelines • Document all consultations with supervising dentist including date, time, nature of consultation, and clinical decisions made • Maintain professional relationship with supervising dentist through regular case discussions, quality review, and continuous improvement feedback Interprofessional Collaboration with Medical Practitioners • Participate in interprofessional care coordination between teledentistry and medical practitioners when indicated • Identify and communicate oral-systemic health connections relevant to patients' medical conditions (diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, etc.) • Coordinate care with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other medical professionals when oral health impacts medical management • Utilize integrated electronic health records for seamless informat
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