Virtual Diabetes Educator: Transform Rural Health Outcomes

Royal Flying Doctor Service; Sydney; Remote; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Flying Doctor Service in Australia is seeking a Virtual Diabetes Educator to support diabetes education and chronic disease management via telehealth within the Keeping Healthy Puura Manti Program (KHPMP). You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, culturally safe care across Far West NSW and remote communities.

The role emphasizes telehealth platforms, digital health technologies and collaborative care with GPs, nurses and dietitians.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Diabetes Education and Management or equivalent.
• Qualification in a health profession recognised for diabetes education (Nursing, Dietetics, Pharmacy or another ADEA-recognised discipline).
• Experience delivering diabetes education and chronic disease management services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual diabetes education and self-management support via telehealth.
• Conduct comprehensive diabetes assessments and care reviews.
• Support clients with blood glucose monitoring, diabetes technologies and medication management within your scope of practice.
• Develop and monitor personalised care plans in collaboration with clients, families and healthcare providers.
• Facilitate virtual education sessions, workshops and group programs.
• Work closely with GPs, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists and allied health professionals.

Skills

Diabetes education

Telehealth

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Digital health platforms

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Diabetes Education and Management

Qualification in a health profession recognised for diabetes education

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Diabetes technologies

Job description

Royal Flying Doctor Service in Australia is seeking a Virtual Diabetes Educator to support diabetes education and chronic disease management via telehealth within the Keeping Healthy Puura Manti Program (KHPMP). You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, culturally safe care across Far West NSW and remote communities.

The role emphasizes telehealth platforms, digital health technologies and collaborative care with GPs, nurses and dietitians.