Health Promotion Educator - Rockville, United States - Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group PC

Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group PC Rockville, United States

6 days ago

Description

Job Description

Who We Are:

At the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, more than 1,700 Permanente physicians and nearly 300 staff professionals come together to make a positive impact on the health and lives of more than 825,000 people who get their healthcare through Kaiser Permanente. Serving a diverse community that spans Washington, D.C., suburban Maryland, Baltimore, and northern Virginia, we are a single group practice that offers an array of best-in-class facilities, resources, and services at over 30 medical centers, more than a dozen community hospitals, and several skilled nursing facilities — all focused on creating an environment that empowers our physicians to provide high-quality care.

Job Summary:

MAPMG is seeking to hire a Health Promotion Educator to join the Health Promotion and Engagement team. The Health Promotion Educator will support the Delivery System Operations in the achievement of care and service delivery objectives and goals through the offering of health promotion programs and education primarily targeting weight loss/management. This individual will use multiple communication methods to engage, educate, and promote/influence participants in decisions related to achieving and maintaining optimal health status and improving clinical outcomes.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with the expectation to come into the office on an as-needed basis. This position will be based in Rockville, MD. Applicants must be local or willing to relocate to the Washington D.C., Maryland, or Virginia area.

Responsibilities:

Provide health education interventions to individuals and groups, primarily focused on weight loss/management, using evidenced-based models, including behavior change and adult learning principles
Inform and link patients to the appropriate health education resources and/or help patients navigate to
appropriate clinical resources
Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of data collected through health education and training
activities
Provide feedback to health education team on content and class experiences in order to improve programs
Outreach to patients regarding programs that are available to support health promotion
Document any required notes (including outreach) in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
Practice and promote innovative practice within ethical and legal guidelines using established policies and procedures
Demonstrate commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and values and serve as a role model for Kaiser Permanente brand
Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of data collected through health education and coaching activities
Participate in team and staff meetings and continuing education as requested
Ability to work effectively in a complex multi-entity environment
Maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive personal data/information
Maintain health education schedule
Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in health education, health promotion, public health, psychology or another relevant field, required
Must be able to obtain the Certified Health Education Specialist credentials within one year of hire
A minimum of three (3) years' experience with leading classes, motivational interviewing /healthy lifestyle behavior change
Ability to travel to medical centers throughout the DC metropolitan area (Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland)
Ability to work afterhours and weekends as needed
Experience with leading longitudinal programs such as Diabetes Prevention Programs are preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of: health education, health promotion, adult learning theory and methodologies, motivational interviewing, health behavior change, and social determinants of health
Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity; understand the needs of a diverse population
Excellent independent judgment and decision-making skills, consistently demonstrating tact and diplomacy
Superior oral, written, and interpersonal communication and customer service skills including the ability to motivate others
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills required
Excellent presentation and group facilitation skills
Effective time management skills; ability to effectively organize and prioritize work demands; responsive to requests, and punctual
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a variety of levels of an organization, both independently and as part of a team, with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity
Ability to speak Spanish is desirable

Competitive Benefits:

Competitive compensation package
100% employer-funded medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and families
Great work/life balance
Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Maternity and parental leave
Pension plan, and 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Life insurance, and short-term disability and long-term disability coverage
Education reimbursement
Wellness programs and resources to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle
Employee Assistance Program

Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity:

At MAPMG, equity, inclusion, and diversity are at the core of our organizational culture. MAPMG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We continuously work to identify and mitigate healthcare inequities, and that starts with providing an inclusive, supportive environment for our employees. We encourage applicants of any race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin who value diversity and will commit to practicing culturally competent healthcare to apply.

External hires must pass a background check and drug screening.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

We value our diversity and E/O/E M/F/D/V.

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