Certified Diabetes Educator - Charlotte, NC

Marathon Health is a leading provider of advanced primary care in the U.S., serving 2.5 million eligible patients through approximately 630 employer and union-sponsored clients. Our comprehensive services include advanced primary care, mental health, occupational health, musculoskeletal, and pharmacy services, delivered through our 680+ health centers across 41 states. We also offer virtual primary care and mental health services accessible in all 50 states. Transforming healthcare delivery with a patient-first approach, we prioritize convenient access to both in-person and virtual care, resulting in improved health outcomes and significant cost savings. Committed to inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a positive work environment and recruit exceptional talent to ensure expertise and compassion in healthcare delivery. Marathon has been recognized as a five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare winner and a six-time Best in KLAS award winner for employer-sponsored healthcare services.

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus*

Marathon Health is seeking a full-time Certified Diabetes Education (CDE) to provide lifestyle and condition management coaching for the employees and families (ages 12+) at our employer-sponsored health and wellness centers in Charlotte, NC.

This position will be based among Marathon Health Network locations within a 25 mile radius.

You'll treat individuals and families (ages 12+) in a healthcare setting that values quality of care, longer appointment times, and a more relaxed daily rhythm ― all so you can build and grow trusted relationships with your patients and help them reach their wellness goals.

Role highlights include:

• 40 hour per week position ― no weekends required!
• Monday

• Friday: 8:00a.m

• 5:00p.m.

• Intentional focus on preventive care and better outcomes for patients and their families

• Longer-than-average appointment times for health coaching visits!

• Freedom from the fee-for-service approach to care and insurance billing constraints

• Excellent salary and full benefits including:

• Free primary care and behavioral health counseling for you and your family through Marathon Health

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, FSA & HSA

• 401(k) matching

• Malpractice & licensure reimbursement

• CME reimbursement & paid time off

• Life insurance & disability provided

• Paid time off & holidays

If you're a Certified Diabetes Educator who wants to practice medicine in a setting that puts the patient-provider relationship first, we can't wait to talk with you!

Responsibilities:

The CDE provides clinical expertise in diabetes management, in collaboration with the team of clinic providers. Educate and create treatment plans for diabetic patients and successfully help them reach their disease management goals. Develop programming within the clinic location(s) to achieve positive change in the diabetic patient population.

• Follow guidelines of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and work with newly diagnosed diabetic patients on a comprehensive education plan encompassing nutrition, exercise and blood glucose monitoring.

• Develop treatment plan and discuss proposed course of treatment with patient's provider.

• Collaborate regularly with providers, as well as other members of the team, including health coaches.

• Work with poorly controlled diabetic patients or patients who have not reached their disease management goals, focusing on areas where improvement in control of disease could be accomplished.

• Promote self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that optimize health outcomes.

• Organize group programming for diabetes patients at various clinics and work sites, as deemed necessary.

• Attend outreach activities such as health fairs for diabetes screening and health education.

• Instruct patients and family members on how to administer insulin, self-monitor blood glucose, and medication education.

• Assist in the development of policies and procedures for diabetes and health education guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Must be licensed as a certified diabetes educator with at least 2+ years of direct patient care experience treating a diabetic population

• Registered Dietician and/or Health Coach Certification preferred

• Knowledge and experience in health risk assessments, lifestyle risk reduction, disease management and health promotion required

• Certified in BLS

• A commitment to living by our Ambassadors Code values of integrity, compassion, respect, exceptional service, and teamwork

Pay Range: $63,000 - $85,000/yr

The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate's years of experience and/or skill level.

We are accepting applications for this position until a candidate has been selected. To apply to this position and learn more about open jobs at Marathon Health, visit our careers page.