Job Description
We are seeking licensed Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) and Dentists to join our innovative teledentistry platform. This is a unique, work-from-home opportunity that allows dental professionals to provide essential oral health services and education to patients nationwide through synchronous and asynchronous telehealth approaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Teledentistry Visit Management
- Organize and conduct teledentistry visits with assigned network patients
- Utilize both synchronous (real-time) and asynchronous telehealth approaches to provide comprehensive care
- Manage a dashboard of approximately 200 network patients per month
- Oral Health Services
- Provide preventive and basic dental services within the scope of teledentistry
- Conduct pre- and post-surgical care consultations
- Offer nutrition counseling related to oral health
- Provide tobacco cessation guidance and support
- Perform oral health assessments and screenings
- Recommend appropriate oral hygiene practices and products
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Deliver oral health education and hygiene instructions
- Conduct routine oral counseling sessions
- Explain dental procedures, treatment plans, and preventive measures
- Address patient concerns and questions regarding oral health
- Teledentistry Procedures
- Interpret dental radiographs and intraoral images remotely
- Guide patients through self-examinations and at-home care techniques
- Provide remote consultations for dental emergencies
- Offer virtual follow-up appointments to monitor healing and treatment progress
- Patient Engagement
- Proactively invite patients for routine oral counseling sessions
- Educate patients on the benefits of teledentistry and their assigned UHA benefits
- Foster a positive patient experience in the virtual dental care environment
- Documentation and Compliance
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
- Ensure all teledentistry practices comply with HIPAA regulations and state-specific teledentistry laws
- Adhere to professional standards and best practices in virtual dental care
Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements
- Active and unrestricted license as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) or Dentist in your practicing state
- Proven experience in dental practice, with a strong foundation in preventive care and patient education
- Proficiency in using computers, internet-based platforms, and digital communication tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients in a virtual setting
- Thorough understanding of HIPAA and OSHA regulations
- Willingness to comply with state and federal teledentistry business eligibility criteria
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Comfortable with technology and adaptable to new digital platforms and tools
Additional Information
- Work Schedule : Flexible – part-time or full-time options available based on your availability
- Location : Work from home – nationwide opportunity (must be licensed in the state of practice)
- Contract Type : Independent Teledentistry Contractor (must be prepared to comply with state business policies)
- Patient Load : Approximately 200 network patients assigned per month
- Support Provided : Dental Biller, Eligibility Verifier, training resources, digital platforms, and marketing tools provided by the company
Benefits
Benefits of Joining Our Teledentistry Team
- Flexible work-from-home opportunity
- Access to a steady stream of patients through our network
- Cutting-edge teledentistry platform and resources
- Opportunity to expand your practice and reach patients across your licensed state(s)
- Supportive team environment with provided resources for billing, eligibility verification, and marketing
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Part time, For contractors, Remote job, Work from home, Flexible hours,