Diabetes Educator I or II, Ambulatory at Sutter Health Sacramento, CA

Diabetes Educator I or II, Ambulatory

Job at Sutter Health, Sacramento, CA.

Organization

SMF‑Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview

Provides diabetes self‑management education/training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups. Manages the care of a distinct patient population through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle interventional goals, and counseling. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers to develop effective individualized protocols that empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to help control disease, avoid potential complications, and improve quality of life.

Job Description

DIABETES EDUCATOR I

Pay Range: $47.72 – $54.53 – $61.64 per hour.

Education

• Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field

Certification & Licensure

• RD‑Registered Dietitian
• BLS‑Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Skills and Knowledge

• Proven basic competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
• Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and basic behavioral counseling skills; strong group facilitation skills.
• Expected to gather the required hours to become eligible for and sit for the CDCES exam within 2 years of hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse group of patients, caregivers, colleagues, providers, and specialists.
• Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors; able to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education on a variety of topics related to diabetes and other chronic conditions.
• Attention to detail with time management and organization skills.
• Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR); prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions; communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
• Capable of performing routine nutritional therapy as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Treat patients ranging in age from youth to geriatric.
• Make independent judgements while caring for patients; make treatment decisions within scope of practice and recommend medication adjustments to physicians/APCs.
• Work autonomously and carry a panel of patients they regularly follow; responsible for patient care day‑to‑day and week‑to‑week.
• Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they collaborate and extend care beyond the provider visit, including follow‑up between visits.

DIABETES EDUCATOR II

Pay Range: $49.92 – $57.40 – $64.88 per hour.

Education

• Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field

Certification & Licensure

• RD‑Registered Dietitian
• CDCES‑Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (within 2 years for employees hired prior to 05/03/2024)
• BLS‑Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (not required for fully remote incumbents)

Typical Experience

• 2 years recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Proven competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
• Demonstrated expertise in the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
• Advanced knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education.
• Exceptional attention to detail with time management and organization skills, including effective decision making and expert delegating.
• Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR); prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems; provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
• Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions; communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
• Make independent judgements while caring for patients; make treatment decisions within scope of practice and recommend medication adjustments to physicians/APCs.
• Work autonomously and carry a panel of patients they regularly follow; responsible for patient care day‑to‑day and week‑to‑week.
• Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they collaborate and extend care beyond the provider visit, including follow‑up between visits.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Days of the Week

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is \$49.92 to \$64.88/ hour. SH - Diabetes Educator I, Ambulatory Pay Range is \$47.42 to \$61.64/ hour. SH - Diabetes Educator II, Ambulatory Pay Range is \$49.92 to \$64.88/ hour. The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.