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How much do diabetes assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for diabetes assistant in the United States is $30.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Diabetes Assistants?

Diabetes Assistants are healthcare professionals or digital tools that help individuals manage their diabetes. They provide support with monitoring blood sugar levels, medication reminders, dietary guidance, and education about diabetes management. These assistants can work in clinics, hospitals, or remotely, and may also help patients communicate with their healthcare team. Their main goal is to improve the quality of life for people with diabetes by offering personalized support and resources.

What is the difference between Diabetes Assistant vs Diabetes Educator?

AspectDiabetes AssistantDiabetes Educator
CertificationsCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or similarCertified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or equivalent
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient settingsClinics, hospitals, community health programs
Job FocusAssisting with daily patient care and monitoringProviding education, lifestyle counseling, and management plans

While both roles support diabetes patients, a Diabetes Assistant primarily assists with patient care and monitoring, whereas a Diabetes Educator focuses on teaching patients about managing their condition. The roles often overlap in healthcare settings, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Diabetes Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Diabetes Assistant, you need a solid understanding of diabetes management, basic medical knowledge, and relevant healthcare training (such as a CNA or MA certification). Familiarity with glucose monitoring devices, electronic health records (EHRs), and patient management software is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to educate and support patients are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure effective patient support, accurate record-keeping, and better health outcomes for individuals managing diabetes.

What are some common challenges faced by Diabetes Assistants when supporting patients, and how can they be addressed?

Diabetes Assistants often encounter challenges such as ensuring patient adherence to care plans, managing diverse patient needs, and effectively communicating complex health information. Building strong rapport, using clear language, and employing motivational interviewing techniques can help encourage patients to follow their treatment regimens. Collaborating closely with healthcare teams and staying updated on best practices allows Diabetes Assistants to provide tailored support and overcome obstacles in patient care.
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Infographic showing various Diabetes Assistant job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 8% Temporary, 38% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,718 per year, or $30.2 per hour.
Endocrinologist (Physician, Joslin Clinic: Adult Diabetes)

Endocrinologist (Physician, Joslin Clinic: Adult Diabetes)

Joslin Diabetes Center

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Overview
The Adult Diabetes Section of the Joslin Diabetes Center is seeking to recruit academic Clinical Endocrinologist(s) to join its large group of providers, participating in clinical care, research, and teaching. The Joslin Diabetes Center, a world-renowned diabetes institution affiliated with Harvard Medical School and member of the Beth Israel Lahey Health network, offers cutting-edge diabetes care to a diverse population across the Greater Boston area, as well as other national and international visitors.
As part of our collegial group of clinicians, you will join 18 MDs and 12 NPs supported by exceptional CDCES, RDs, exercise physiologists, and behavioral health specialists to deliver person-centered, culturally-sensitive, comprehensive diabetes care. Among others, programs focused on underserved populations such as the American Asian Diabetes Initiative and the LatinX Initiative are at the core of our mission.
Specific interest and expertise in subspecialty diabetes care is particularly welcome, including:
• Management of persons with diabetes in pregnancy;
• Weight management in type 2 diabetes;
• Care of young adults with type 1 diabetes, with a focus on diabetes technology;
• Care for the underserved and for diverse populations
Although primarily in the outpatient setting, the ideal candidate may also contribute to the activities of the inpatient diabetes consult service in coordination with a team of attending physicians, endocrine fellows, and diabetes educators.
Other essential responsibilities of the position include active participation to teaching of residents and endocrinology fellows, and interest in quality improvement in diabetes care delivery.
Opportunity for academic appointment at Harvard Medical School as Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor will be commensurate with experience, training and achievements. Suitable candidates will have an MD or an MD-PhD, and Board Certification in Internal Medicine and BC/BE in Endocrinology.
Joslin Physicians are a part of Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians (HMFP) and should directly apply on the HMFP website: click here to be directed to the HMFP job post.
As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
A Joslin Clinic Adult Diabetes Physician treats patients with diabetes of all types with special emphasis on current techniques for management of Type I and Type II diabetes. Also recognizes and treats, or refers for treatment, complications of diabetes. Manages general medical problems that may arise in his/her diabetic patients. Works in a collegial fashion with diabetes educators, including nurses and dietitians. Functions as a member of the medical staff of the hospital(s) where he/she practices. Interacts with the Clinic Administrator in a positive and constructive fashion.
Treats patients with diabetes.
  • Evaluates and diagnoses types of diabetes.
  • Chooses appropriate therapy.
  • Actively refers patients for diabetes education, eye, and foot care, etc., per ADA Recommendations.
  • Recognizes complications of diabetes.
  • Chooses treatment to avoid and minimize complications.
  • Provides ongoing management assistance.

Treats general medical problems.
  • Evaluates general health status.
  • Diagnoses diseases besides diabetes.
  • Provides general medical therapy.
  • Refers patients when additional expertise is needed.

Works in a collegial fashion with other diabetes health professionals.
  • Provides management plan for diabetes treatment.
  • Uses consultative advice as to meal plan.
  • Uses consultative advice from nurse educator.
  • Effects management plan in a cooperative manner and shares responsibility with allied health professionals.

Interacts with the medical staff.
  • Fulfills obligations specified by hospital and Center Bylaws.
  • Functions on committees as needed.
  • Attends and participates in conferences.
  • Deals in a collegial fashion with other Center and hospital community physicians.

Interacts with the House staff.
  • Satisfies departmental teaching obligations.
  • Participates in conference with House staff.
  • Discusses patients and cases of interest with the House staff.
  • Communicates about inpatient management.

Interacts with the Administrative Staff.
  • Deals effectively with the Medical Director.
  • Works constructively with the Center Administrator and other Administrative Personnel.
  • Works with the Affiliated Center Program Managers to insure quality of affiliated operation.

Participates in referral development activities.
  • Presents lectures and promotes the program to physicians, hospital staff and potential referral sources.
  • Participates in Joslin community activities (e.g. lectures, health fairs, radio programs).

Qualifications
  • M.D. degree from an accredited school
  • Residency in internal medicine
  • Fellowship in endocrinology and metabolism
  • Certification and licensure in Massachusetts
  • Board certified in internal medicine
  • Board certified in endocrinology/metabolism (or eligible for Board certification with certification expected,) or, if hired before board certification subspecialty availability has five years' experience in the treatment of diabetes and its complications

The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality. HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.
(Min)
USD $150,000.00/Yr.
(Max)
USD $350,000.00/Yr.