Diabetes Educator jobs in New Mexico

Plans, designs, implements and assesses a systematic comprehensive diabetes program in collaboration with Health/Wellness Center staff. Serves as the Diabetes Team Leader.

Writes, manages, and reports on State/Federal grants as appropriate.

Develops and manages annual budget.

Establishes strategic preventative health goals for all ages of community members.

Creates marketing and outreach plans for the diabetes program.

Develops Key Performance Indicators to track program goals.

Provides individual and group education as necessary and or requested by team members on diabetes care (provider-oriented), self-care and management (client-oriented) and diabetes prevention (community-oriented).

Works with the Clinic/Wellness staff on an on-going basis in developing and implementing diabetes prevention programs including health fairs, diabetes screening, education activities and exercise programs.

Coordinates diabetes care and patient visits with Clinic/Wellness departments for the prevention of diabetes related complications; departments include Optometry, Dental, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, Podiatry, Senior and Recreation programs.

In coordination with the Medical Director, assesses, plans, develops, implements and evaluates quality diabetes care for the community through annual in-depth diabetes program assessments.

Case management and scheduling of appointments according to GPRA indicators for Diabetic patients.

Works with IHS DM staff and becomes familiar with IHS audit tools and webpage and DM Registry.

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned

Knowledge of diabetes and healthcare prevention programs including physical activity, nutrition and diabetes management.

Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers.

Knowledge of community and community resources.

Ability to give oral presentations and prepare written reports.

Ability to collect, analyze and report data.

Knowledge of Indian Health Service and other health services.

Ability to travel and attend training seminars, continuing education programs, meetings and conferences.

Basic computer knowledge using Windows based computer and Microsoft Office software.

Experience working with children and seniors.

Ability to create an effective marketing campaign.

Ability to foster a positive relationship with community members.

Ability to role model healthy behavior.

High School Diploma, GED certification or equivalent.

The following license and/or certification is required prior to employment start date:

Five (5) years of relevant work experience in the health field with special emphasis required in community health education.

Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico Driver’s License.

Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.

Will require a post-offer, pre-employment and random drug screening.

Must successfully complete the New Mexico Food Handlers course within 30 day of hire date.

Must successfully complete Blood Borne Pathogen and First Aid training within 30 days of hire date.