Diabetes Education Program Manager

Boston Medical Center; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, pharmacy

Discretionary annual bonuses and merit

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) savings matches

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking an Outpatient Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist to assess patients with diabetes and develop education plans within the ADA Diabetes Education Program. The role provides medical nutrition therapy for weight management, cardiovascular health, and related conditions.

You will conduct diabetes education, coordinate group classes, collaborate with the care team, and ensure programs meet Medicare standards.

Qualifications

• RD or CDCES credential preferred
• Experience in diabetes education and nutrition therapy required
• Ability to assess educational needs and develop individualized plans for diabetes management
• Experience delivering group education sessions and coordinating care with the healthcare team

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetes self-management education and medical nutrition therapy to outpatient clients
• Develop individualized education plans addressing diabetes management, nutrition, medications, physical activity, and glucose monitoring
• Conduct assessments to determine patient readiness for learning and tailor education accordingly
• Facilitate group diabetes education classes and coordinate with the diabetes care team
• Support Medicare-compliant diabetes self-management training and collect data for accreditation
• Deliver culturally competent nutrition counseling considering barriers and patient preferences

Skills

Diabetes education

Medical nutrition therapy

Self-management education

Group education

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Patient counseling

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) or CDCES eligible

Bachelor's or advanced degree in nutrition/dietetics

Job description

Boston Medical Center is seeking an Outpatient Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist to assess patients with diabetes and develop education plans within the ADA Diabetes Education Program. The role provides medical nutrition therapy for weight management, cardiovascular health, and related conditions.

You will conduct diabetes education, coordinate group classes, collaborate with the care team, and ensure programs meet Medicare standards.