Wellness & Prevention Educator

Bobit Business Media; Marquette, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center in Michigan is seeking a Preventive Health Educator to serve in Houghton or Marquette County. You will educate patients about preventive screenings, immunizations, and annual wellness visits, and work closely with care teams to promote healthier lifestyles.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success. Experience in primary care or public health is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing, dietetics, health education, or related field, or equivalent primary care experience.
• Experience with HEDIS standards and primary care best practices preferred.
• Familiarity with preventive screenings and patient education.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Educating patients on the importance of preventive screenings, such as cancer screenings, immunizations, and annual wellness visits.
• Developing and delivering group or individual health education sessions to enhance patient awareness of preventive care options.
• Working with interdisciplinary care teams to develop preventive health education materials and initiatives.
• Participating in outreach events, workshops, and community health fairs to raise awareness about preventive health services.

Skills

HEDIS standards knowledge

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in nursing, dietetics, health education, or related field

Job description

Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center in Michigan is seeking a Preventive Health Educator to serve in Houghton or Marquette County. You will educate patients about preventive screenings, immunizations, and annual wellness visits, and work closely with care teams to promote healthier lifestyles.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success. Experience in primary care or public health is preferred.