Certified Diabetes Educator at Jobot

Georgetown, SC 29440

About the Job

Excellent Benefits! Relocation Assistance

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tracy Hann
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Salary: $65,000 - $95,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are the region's largest healthcare provider, dedicated to keeping the communities we serve healthy and active.

If you are looking for an employer with a strong community focus, commitment to employee well-being with comprehensive benefits, opportunities for professional development, a positive work culture - look no further! Here you will have all of that and the chance to make a meaningful impact in our community!

Apply here or call/email Tracy at 602-313-7700, https://apply.jobot.com/jobs/certified-diabetes-educator/638110299/?utm_source=Monster

Why join us?

Competitive salaries and generous paid time off
Educational and tuition assistance
Excellent medical insurance
Industry-leading wellness program
Continuing professional development opportunities
403(B) retirement plan and match

Job Details

Provides individualized diabetes self-management education/ training to individuals and groups according to the Scope of Practice, Standards of Practice, and Standards of Professional performance for Diabetes Educators. Provides oversight for planning, implementation and evaluation of the DSME/T program and ensures the systematic and coordinated delivery of diabetes educational services.
Duties/Responsibilities:

Provides direction for the selection, and ongoing review, of the curriculum and educational materials to ensure they meet the needs of the population targeted.
Directs marketing activities
Develops and directs the implementation of an annual program evaluation plan and performance improvement activities, including CQI projects.
Ensures that DSME/T program accreditation requirements are met and maintained.
Oversees the diabetes educational process and ensures that services are provided in an individualized and fiscally feasible manner.
Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with community groups, payers and potential referral sources.
Interfaces with the Volunteer Accreditation Advisory Group.
Maintain 15 hours of continuing education annually as it relates to the profession.

Education/Experience:

A healthcare professional who is also certified diabetes educator
Credentialed as a diabetes education specialist which entails 1000 hours practical experience and a national exam and 75 continuing education hours every 5 years.
Minimum of 3 years experience providing diabetes education
Education and/or experience in program management
Education in, and experience with, chronic diseases and disease self-management

Knowledge/Special Skills:

In-depth knowledge about current diabetes treatment management.
Knowledge about chronic disease management and disease self-management educational processes.
Knowledge about program management.
Able to lead and effectively manage groups.
Ability to develop a collaborative, therapeutic alliance with individuals.

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