Functional Health Coach - Albany
About The Position
OnePeak Medical is seeking a Functional Health Coach to join their team in Albany. This role focuses on applying functional medicine principles to nutrition, identifying root causes of health issues, and implementing personalized dietary and lifestyle interventions under the supervision of a licensed provider. The coach will integrate lab testing, genetics, gut health, and environmental factors to create holistic plans for preventing and reversing chronic conditions. The company is dedicated to redefining primary care with innovative, integrated health solutions and empowering its healthcare providers.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting labs and root-cause analysis.
- Excellent communication and coaching for client education and motivation.
- Knowledge of biochemistry, nutrigenomics, and holistic health (e.g., gut-brain axis).
- Proficiency in nutrition software to track and support nutritional knowledge and support, motivational interviewing, and evidence-based dietary guidelines.
- Interpersonal skills for building trust in collaborative environments.
- Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license and willing to travel as needed.
- At least 1 year of job-related experience in nutrition and/or wellness/lifestyle coaching.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current BLS and/or CPR/AED Certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related Health Science field.
- Wellness coaching certification.
- Motivational Interviewing certification.
- Holistic Nutritionist (AFPA) certification.
- Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments, including detailed health histories, symptom analysis, and current lab assessment ordered and interpreted by a Medical Provider.
- Develop and implement individualized functional nutrition plans in collaboration with the medical provider, incorporating therapeutic diets (e.g., anti-inflammatory, low-FODMAP, ketogenic), supplementation, and behavioral strategies.
- Collaborate with medical providers to co-manage patient care, providing nutrition recommendations that complement medical treatments and monitor progress through follow-up visits.
- Educate patients on functional nutrition principles, empowering them with tools for sustainable lifestyle changes via in-person, virtual, or group sessions as part of an integrated care model.
- Document patient encounters, care plans, and outcomes in electronic health records (EHR) systems in alignment with provider directives, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and clinic protocols.
- Maintain current knowledge of emerging research in functional nutrition and integrative health through continuing education ensuring alignment with clinical best practices and organizational standards.
- Contribute to the development of training and educational programs for the Functional Health team.
- Participates in delivering training sessions.
- Assist with clinic operations and patient care activities as needed, within training competency and scope of practice.
- Additional responsibilities as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Voluntary LTD, FSA, Accident, Critical Illness
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee and Family Discounts
- Paid Parental Leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
