Health Educator

Company: Shield HealthCare
Location: Ontario
Posted on: July 29, 2022

Job Description:

CAREERS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Join our outstanding Sales Team in Ontario, CA! - We are currently looking for a Bilingual Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist who will provide a great patient and customer experience that will result in the growth of diabetes program.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

As a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, you are responsible for autonomous clinical case management and educating patients on the necessary lifestyle changes involved in a diabetes diagnosis including nutrition, medication, physical activity, and glucose testing. You will develop and maintain professional relationships with customers, referral sources and vendors. - You will work with physicians and referral sources regarding the patient's diabetic needs in various aspects of diabetes care for patients and families with pre-diabetes, Type 1 diabetes, and Type 2 diabetes. Your focus will be to grow accounts with diabetes patients, take the lead on the diabetes program and contribute to the curriculum development.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Using your clinical nutrition expertise, you will function as an integral part of the patient's care team while working to maximize revenue potential in key accounts

Work in conjunction with the Shield Sales Representatives to maximize diabetic sales in an assigned territory

As a subject matter expert, provide recommendations, develop, test, and implement nutrition education tools to be used in the field

Work with Sales and Marketing teams to increase Diabetes business

Work on outreach efforts to increase community knowledge of the diabetes product line

Participate in community events and health fairs

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED

Must be a current Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Must be bilingual in English and Spanish

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to sell a service and promote a product line

Be assertive, work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure

Ability to travel

PREFERRED

Registered Dietitian licensure

Previous experience with case management

2 years of pediatric experience

Master's Degree in Nursing, Nutrition, or healthcare related field

CGM Sensor and Pump training and management.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Base salary (based on experience) PLUS commission AND car allowance

Medical, Dental and Vision (Eligible first day of employment)

Flexible Spending Account

Life & Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Vacation, Personal, and Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Employee Discounts

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Why Shield HealthCare?

Since 1957, Shield Healthcare has provided high-quality healthcare services while focusing on customer satisfaction and employee achievement. We are dedicated to fulfilling the medical supply needs of consumers and the caregiving community while maintaining a 99% overall customer satisfaction rating.

Career-minded individuals will find our business challenging and our reputation for excellence just one of the rewards we have to offer. To further enhance this tradition of excellence, our employees participate in continuous training and development programs in a variety of disciplines.

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: 1 - 3 years

Salary: $65,000 - $90,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: Yes

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