- Educate and advise patients on self-management skills in both individual and group settings focusing primarily on diabetes and secondarily on other health conditions such as general health & metabolic conditions (weight management & obesity).
- Develop a care plan for patients and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, as needed.
- Complete detailed patient encounters within EMR system.
- Teach administration of insulin effectively, including titration and management, as per medical directives (for applicable patients).
- Teach self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) effectively for patients living with diabetes, as per medical directives.
- Perform patient follow ups in person or remotely (email, telephone, video).
- Obtain relevant health history of patients.
- Provide consultation as requested to community groups, partners, and team members.
- Training of additional staff and any new educators, as required.
- Effectively communicate with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
- Employ information technology appropriately for patient care (i.e., statistical tracking).
- Stay current and aware of opportunities to implement new, evidenced-based methods of patient assessment and treatment.
- Assist with research studies as needed including providing diet counseling for those patients enrolled in research studies.
- Complete a minimum of 2 community outreach events annually.
- Complete annual outreach calls.
- Assist with program implementation which includes reviewing patient charts, entering data, & following program guidelines.
- Responsible for administrative tasks (can be delegated to administrative staff/volunteers/interns as needed). These responsibilities include but are not limited to: rescheduling follow-up appointments, creating workshop folders, ordering supplies & medications, tracking patient visits, & entering data for programs.
- Participate in Journal Clubs & other group learning opportunities.
- Participate in disseminating the program vision.
- Participate and promote non-ministry funded LMC initiatives, including paid and non-paid services. What you'll bring to the team
- A proven track record of being resourceful and finding solutions even when there is no clear path.
- Passionate to motivate and coach patients towards a healthier lifestyle.
- Adaptable to change and a willingness to take on new program initiatives to meet the growing needs of the program and LMC. Education/Experience
- A valid RD license and in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
- Experience teaching/counseling individuals and groups of people.
- Must obtain or be working towards CDE designation.
- Must have a valid driver's license in good standing and access to a personal vehicle.
- Experience in motivational interviewing and other evidence-based coaching techniques is an asset.
- Health coaching experience is welcomed, or open to training as a health coach.
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Diabetes Educator - Barrie, Canada - LMC Healthcare
Description
LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada's largest specialist care provider in diabetes & endocrinology. We're transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centric than ever before. LMC has 12 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence located in 3 provinces (Ontario, Alberta, and Quebec). Our 60+ Endocrinologists, many of whom are nationally renowned for their areas of expertise, are supported by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals.Currently, our team is looking for a Diabetes Educator (Registered Dietitian only) who can work with us on a permanent, full-time basis at our Barrie location. Please note that this is a hybrid position based on clinic needs.
Responsibilities
