Diabetes Health Coach Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance

Job description
Tru Medical is looking for a Health Coach to join our team. The Health Coach (HC) is responsible for a panel of patients. In collaboration with the care team, the HC helps patients work on their health related SMART goals.
Duties
Call patients between visits to discuss their care plan, educate them on their disease states, uncover barriers patients have in following their treatment plans, assist with medication adherence.
Enroll patients into the health coaching program by explaining the benefits of the program and how you can help patients as a part of their health care team.
Educate patients on diabetes, hypertension, asthma, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and gaps in care using Santovia and practice approved patient education materials. Provide patients with clear instructions and education utilizing appropriate guidelines.
Establish SMART goals through motivational interviewing.
Create care plans for patients with chronic medical conditions to improve quality patient care and reduce hospital readmissions. Document care plans in the EMR using the care planning module in eclinical works.
Document data in spreadsheets by adding important information about patients status in the program.
Track patients progress and adjust goals as needed
Collaborate with the patients care team by having monthly meetings with providers. Communicate with physician, Nurse Practitioner, or other health care providers regarding patient's status in telephone encounters assigned to the asigned provider.
Direct patient to keep follow-up appointments with physician office/specialists and to maintain self-home care based on physician treatment plan.
Participate in related training by attending health coach webinars and 1 on 1's
Report to the management team on the daily numbers reports and monthly care plan goals.
Experience , Education, and Skills
1+ years in a similar role - for Medical Assistants , LPN's
0 years' experience if you have completed a Medical Doctorate Degree - Worldwide
Medical assistant degree minimum
LPN
Health Coach Program completion
Knowledge in chronic disease states
Motivational Interviewing skills
Bilingual Spanish preferred
Team player with a growth mindset
This role is rewarding as it directly affects patient care, builds trusting relationships with patients, and impacts health outcomes. Those who value making a difference in people's lives should apply.
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Training
• 401k
• Opportunity for advancement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brooklyn, NY 11206: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Health coaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Computer skills: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Medical Assistant, LPN, or higher training (Required)

Work Location: In person
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
Welcome to our Practice
Tru Medical Management in New York City is an award-winning adult primary care practice. At offices in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, board-certified physicians provide comprehensive care delivered with respect and compassion. In everything the practice does, patient health and satisfaction are the priority.
Tru Medical Management is unlike a typical doctor's office. The practice's staff aims to reinvent primary care by providing a superior patient-centered experience delivered with honesty, empathy, and professionalism.
The physicians at Tru Medical Management are the people behind the white coats, but most importantly, the ones behind the beautiful vision of building a brighter health care model for all.
Primary care services Tru Medical Management offers include sick visits, laboratory services, physical exams, STD (sexually transmitted disease) testing, and diagnostic ultrasounds. The practice's chronic care management program supports people with long-term conditions like hypertension (high blood pressure) and diabetes.
Preventive medicine services available at Tru Medical Management include cancer screening, smoking cessation, and weight loss. Specialized services include heart health and cardiology, podiatry, gastroenterology, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.
Patients at Tru Medical Management benefit from transparent pricing and don't have to pay membership fees. The practice also welcomes most insurance. Consultations are available in person or via telemedicine, with a walk-in clinic for urgent care.
Thanks to the practice's vision and exceptional patient care, Tru Medical Management has achieved New York State Patient-Centered Medical Home (NYS PCMH) accreditation and has been an Insurance Quality award winner for multiple years. The team members aim to give back to the community and build long-lasting patient partnerships.
Tru Medical Management is becoming one of the city's top providers through clinical expertise, efficiency, and compassionate service to its patients.
Our Vision
TRU Med will be recognized as the premier destination for community centered care nationwide. TRU Med aims to improve the health of the community it serves and build long-lasting patient & provider partnerships.
Through clinical expertise, efficiency, access, connectivity, and compassionate service to our patients. Tru Med will be a leader in the healthcare industry.