Diabetes Educator Job at St. Tammany Health System, Covington, LA

  • St. Tammany Health System
  • Covington, LA

Job Description

Job Opportunity At St. Tammany Health SystemAt St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.Job Description And Position RequirementsScheduled Weekly Hours: 32Work Shift: Variable days Monday-Friday 8-4:30pm; no weekends; no major holidays; 32 total weekly scheduled hoursJob Summary:The Diabetes Educator is a licensed health care professional responsible and accountable for providing diabetes education in the outpatient settings and through community and professional education services.Minimum Qualifications:Graduation from accredited program for specific field of health care professional. (Dietitian)Current state licensure.Minimum of three years clinical experience.Additional diabetes education experience highly preferred (inpatient and/or outpatient setting)Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) strongly preferred.Applicants are encouraged to successfully complete the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification examination within 6 months of obtaining the required experience hours and not to exceed 2 years from date of hire.Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.Certification in Lifestyle Management, Stress Management or Weight Management is encouraged.Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeingFrequently (34%-66%) - reachingOccasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, handling/feelingEMPLOYMENTEach St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERSt. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Tags

Monday to Friday, Shift work

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