Diabetes Educator

Job Description: Baptist Health Medical Group Diabetes Educator Endocrinology New Albany Full Time Under general supervision, this position the Certified Diabetes Educator supports the Joslin Diabetes Center by providing nutritional assessment, education, and management to patients with chronic conditions who are at risk for disease progression, complications, cognitive, and functional decline. In collaboration with the physician and interdisciplinary team, the Certified Diabetes Educator develops and implements an individualized care plan designed to promote the patient’s understanding and management of their condition, optimize quality of life, and improve clinical outcomes. This role will also develop various nutritional programs (adult and pediatric focused) for the Joslin Diabetes Center. This position provides service in the Endocrinology office, [and remotely, as appropriate according to schedule and staffing needs.] Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required Bachelor’s degree with course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Certified Diabetes Educator Certification. Passed a national examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Possess current, unrestricted certification with the Commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) Possess current, unrestricted dietitian licensure in Kentucky (Kentucky Department of Professional Licensing) and Indiana (Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) Knowledge of nutrition guidelines in chronic disease management. Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of HEDIS or NCQA quality measures Valid unrestricted driver’s license and ability to drive to multiple locations. RD, CDE, RN with CDE, APRN, PA, Registered Dietitian, Diabetes, Educator, Dietitian, AADE, C.D.E If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Founded in 1924, Baptist Health has been bringing advanced medical technology, modern facilities, and many of the region's most prominent physicians and medical professionals to the communities of our commonwealth for nearly a century. Headquartered in Louisville, the Baptist Health family of hospitals, care centers, physician offices and health facilities has experienced tremendous growth in recent years. Counting all nine hospitals, we have more than 2,700 licensed beds. Baptist Health has more than 300 points of care include outpatient facilities which offer Urgent Care, occupational medicine, physical therapy and diagnostics. Home care is also available in 39 Kentucky counties, six counties in Illinois and six counties in Southern Indiana. Our physician network of more than 3,000 employed and affiliated physicians continues to grow as we endeavor to improve access to healthcare and enhance the health of Kentucky as a whole. EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056.