Health Education Coordinator - Los Angeles, United States - Children's Hospital Los Angeles

Children's Hospital Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Introduction:

NATIONAL LEADERS IN PEDIATRIC CARE

Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California.

Here world-class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family-centered care half a million times each year.

From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.

The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering.

Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient.

And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation.

Join a hospital where the work you do will matter—to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families.

The work will be challenging, but always rewarding.

It's Work That Matters.

Overview:

Position Summary:

The Health Education Coordinator will lead the Family Matters Program, working collaboratively with inpatient and outpatient staff, as well as representatives from community agencies.

The primary focus is on providing comprehensive education to patients and families about childhood cancer, blood diseases, and their treatments.

This role includes general health education aimed at minimizing the risk of negative health outcomes later in life.

The Health Education Coordinator will be a dedicated resource for division-wide educational activities, supporting daily educational opportunities and meeting the growing needs of faculty development, as well as coordinating all rotators, medical students, and Sub-Interns.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct the Family Matters Program, ensuring comprehensive patient and family education on childhood cancer and blood diseases.
Collaborate with inpatient and outpatient staff, and community agencies to provide effective education.
Develop and implement educational materials and programs tailored to patients' and families' needs.
Support divisionwide educational activities and daily educational opportunities.
Coordinate faculty development and educational activities for rotators, medical students, and Sub-Interns.
Utilize data management and reporting tools/software to track and report on educational initiatives

Minimum Qualifications: 2+ years full-time professional experience in development and coordination of instructional programs and materials for health education required.

Preferred hospital-based, pediatric health education experience.

Preferred health educational experience.

Proficient in data management and reporting tools/software.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to support fellows while maintaining accountability

Preferred Attributes:

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with healthcare staff and community representatives.
Commitment to improving health outcomes through education.
Ability to create and manage educational programs that are engaging and effective.
Hospitalbased, pediatric health education experience preferred.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in health education or equivalent combination of experience and education.

Master of Science degree in public health/health education preferred.

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health both here and across the globe.

As a premier Magnet teaching hospital, you'll find an environment that's alive with learning, rooted in care and compassion, and home to thought leadership and unwavering support.

CHLA is dedicated to creating hope and building healthier futures - for our patients, as well as for you and your career

CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932.

At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. CHLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

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