Certified Tobacco Cessation Specialist
FMOLHS•Baton Rouge, LA
About The Position
The Certified Tobacco Training Specialist (CTTS) works with patients in both the inpatient and outpatient setting to educate them about tobacco cessation. The CTTS works with the Tobacco Cessation Coordinator and the program's nurse practitioner to provide intake sessions to gather information about the patient's history and tobacco use. The CTTS collaborates with a nurse practitioner and/or physician to individualize treatment plans to assist participants with cessation and tracks patients for up to one year following counseling services.
Requirements
- Certified Tobacco Training Specialist (CTTS) certification.
- Ability to work with patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Experience in gathering patient history and tobacco use information.
- Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.
- Skills in tracking patient progress for up to one year.
Responsibilities
- Educate patients about tobacco cessation in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Conduct intake sessions to gather patient history and tobacco use information.
- Collaborate with nurse practitioners and/or physicians to individualize treatment plans for cessation.
- Track patients for up to one year following counseling services.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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