Diabetes Educator

Providence•Portland, OR

About The Position

Diabetes Educator- Part-Time, 24 hours a week, Day Schedule What to know what it's like working at Providence? Click here! Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which include but is not limited to: Free, convenient, and ample parking. TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford). Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income. Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap. Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year. Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement. Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year. The diabetes educator provides education for clients with diabetes of all ages according to the individualized needs of the client. This process involves a health and education assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of an education plan, taking into account psychosocial, economic, and language barriers. Duties are performed in a classroom or individual outpatient setting in collaboration with a team . The candidate accepts professional development and community outreach as an integral part of professional practice. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Ambulatory Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

Oregon Dietitian License upon hire.
National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration upon hire.
Three (3) years experience in treatment and education of diabetes within the last 2 years.
Experience with current adult learning theory in relation to diabetes education.
Experience with the clinical management of diabetes.

Nice To Haves

Formal coursework or credentials in principles of adult learning theory and patient-centered learning.
Certification in Diabetes Education, or willingness to attain CDCES certification upon hire
Experience with diverse ethnic groups.

Benefits

Free, convenient, and ample parking.
TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford).
Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income.
Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap.
Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year.
Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.
Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year.

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