Weight-Loss Wellness Coach & Enrollment Specialist

Medi-Weightloss; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Medi-Weightloss is seeking a Health & Wellness Coach in Algonquin, IL to educate patients on nutrition, behavior change, and program adherence using Medi-Weightloss protocols, while driving enrollment and retention through consultative sales.

You will coach one-on-one, monitor progress, document in EMR, support front-desk tasks, and collaborate with providers in a fast-paced clinic. Evening/weekend availability and bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Certification in Nutrition, Health Coaching, Wellness Coaching, or related field OR a minimum of two years of equivalent education or experience in nutrition, wellness, fitness, or health-related coaching.
• Strong sales background with demonstrated success in consultative, KPI-driven sales (healthcare, wellness, fitness, or medical aesthetics preferred).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clerical, administrative, or front-office experience in a medical or customer-facing environment.
• Proficiency with EMR systems, scheduling software, CRM tools, and standard office technology.
• Ability to work within Illinois scope-of-practice, providing nutrition education and wellness coaching only (non-diagnostic, non-prescriptive) under physician oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one coaching focused on nutrition, behavior change, lifestyle modification, and goal setting within physician-directed weight loss programs.
• Educate patients on meal planning, portion control, supplementation, and program compliance based on clinic protocols.
• Monitor patient progress, review metrics (weight, body composition, adherence), and adjust coaching strategies accordingly.
• Deliver a high-touch patient experience that supports long-term success, retention, and satisfaction.
• Conduct consultations to educate prospective patients on available programs and convert leads into enrolled patients.
• Utilize consultative selling techniques to recommend appropriate services, packages, and add-ons based on patient goals.
• Consistently meet or exceed individual and clinic sales KPIs, including enrollments, upgrades, ancillary sales and retention.
• Support promotional campaigns, referral initiatives, and community outreach efforts as assigned.
• Accurately document patient interactions, progress notes, and program details in the EMR.
• Schedule appointments, manage follow-ups, and assist with front-desk coverage as needed.
• Process payments, explain packages, and ensure accurate completion of consent forms and required documentation.
• Maintain organized patient records while ensuring HIPAA confidentiality.
• Collaborate with medical providers, clinic managers, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Participate in team meetings, ongoing training, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support clinic operations, new patient onboarding, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Sales-driven

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Documentation

Education

Nutrition/Wellness Certification

2+ years equivalent education or experience

Tools

EMR systems

Scheduling software

CRM tools

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Job description

Medi-Weightloss is seeking a Health & Wellness Coach in Algonquin, IL to educate patients on nutrition, behavior change, and program adherence using Medi-Weightloss protocols, while driving enrollment and retention through consultative sales.

You will coach one-on-one, monitor progress, document in EMR, support front-desk tasks, and collaborate with providers in a fast-paced clinic. Evening/weekend availability and bilingual skills are a plus.