Community Diabetes Tech & Education Specialist

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Liverpool is seeking a Community Support Assistant to join the Community Diabetes Team. In this role, you will provide education and support to patients using glucose monitoring devices while collaborating closely with the Diabetes Specialist Team. Candidates should possess an Assistant Practitioner Qualification (Health), prior healthcare experience, and excellent communication skills to effectively engage with patients and staff. This position offers a vital opportunity to contribute to diabetes management in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in Basic Life Support and healthcare.
• Experience in phlebotomy/venepuncture.
• Ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support and educate patients on glucose monitoring devices.
• Collaborate with the Diabetes Specialist Nurse on workload.
• Deliver education sessions to patients on using glucose sensors.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Assistant Practitioner Qualification (Health)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Electronic Patient Record systems

Job description

A prominent healthcare organization in Liverpool is seeking a Community Support Assistant to join the Community Diabetes Team. In this role, you will provide education and support to patients using glucose monitoring devices while collaborating closely with the Diabetes Specialist Team. Candidates should possess an Assistant Practitioner Qualification (Health), prior healthcare experience, and excellent communication skills to effectively engage with patients and staff. This position offers a vital opportunity to contribute to diabetes management in the community.