My Diabetes Tutor
My Diabetes Tutor empowers individuals with diabetes through accessible, virtual education, support, and coaching. Our accredited Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program—aligned with ADA and ADCES standards—delivers personalized care through live telehealth sessions led by experienced Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCESs) and Nurse Practitioners.
We combine clinical excellence with compassion to help participants build lasting self-management skills and improve health outcomes. As a growing telehealth organization, our team is passionate about expanding access to high-quality diabetes education and supporting people wherever they are on their health journey.
Job Title: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Registered Dietitian
Remote Telehealth
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Employment Type: Independent Contractor or Part Time Employee depending on state regulations
Work Model: 100% Telecommute
Reports To: CDCES Team Lead
Compensation:
$45 to $50 per completed 1 hour patient session
$45 to $50 per hour for non session related work
0.25 hour compensation for patient no shows
(Compensation is commensurate with experience)
Position Overview
The Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist plays a critical role in delivering high quality, evidence based diabetes education and support through a fully remote telehealth model. This clinician partners directly with participants to assess needs, develop individualized care plans, and guide sustainable behavior change. The role blends clinical expertise with coaching, education, and relationship building to improve both clinical outcomes and patient confidence in self management. This position is designed for clinicians who are comfortable working independently, engaging patients virtually, and contributing to a collaborative care environment. Clinicians provide sessions based on their availability and participant demand, with many successful clinicians maintaining at least 15 hours of weekly availability.
Work Environment Requirements
- Reliable computer with webcam, microphone, and high-speed internet connection
- Appropriate Hardware: A computer or laptop, webcam, headset
- Quiet, dedicated space that ensures confidentiality during telehealth visits
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and learning needs assessments
- Develop individualized, participant centered DSMES and MNT care plans
- Deliver engaging, evidence based diabetes education via telehealth
- Support behavior change using motivational interviewing and coaching strategies
- Educate participants on diabetes medications, insulin therapy, CGM devices, and related technologies within scope of practice
- Interpret CGM and glucose data to guide patient education and goal setting
- Document all encounters accurately in the EHR within required timelines
- Monitor participant progress and adjust care plans to improve outcomes
- Collaborate with referring providers and interdisciplinary care team members
- Identify needs outside scope and coordinate appropriate referrals
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and outcomes tracking
- Participate in team meetings, trainings, and program development activities
- Deliver a professional, compassionate, and culturally responsive patient experience.
Qualifications
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credential required
- Registered Dietitian
- Active professional license where applicable based on clinician background and state requirements
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in diabetes education, DSMES, or chronic disease management
- Experience delivering care via telehealth preferred
Clinical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of diabetes pathophysiology and standards of care
- Experience educating patients on diabetes medications and insulin therapy
- Experience interpreting continuous glucose monitoring data
- Familiarity with insulin pumps or advanced diabetes technologies is a plus
Skills
- Proficient in motivational interviewing and behavior change coaching
- Ability to build rapport quickly and maintain strong patient relationships
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable using telehealth platforms, EHR systems, and digital tools
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting
- Strong clinical judgment and professional accountability
- Knowledge of HIPAA and data privacy best practices
Additional Requirements
- Ability to provide telehealth services in accordance with state regulations
- Willingness to obtain additional state licenses if needed to support patient demand
- Ability to obtain payer credentialing if required
- Must maintain active certifications and licensure
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Why Join My Diabetes Tutor
- Fully remote work environment
- Experience true flexibility with the ability to set your own schedule and work remotely
- Opportunity to support patients living with diabetes across the United States. Every visit empowers patients with greater clarity and peace of mind.
- Collaborative clinical team focused on evidence based care
- Mission driven organization focused on improving diabetes outcomes
- Opportunities for additional hours may be available as the company continues to grow.