HPDP TECHNICIAN

NAVAJO HEALTH FOUNDATION - SAGE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC.•Ganado, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Promotion Disease Prevention Technician (HPDP Technician) supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of health education and disease prevention initiatives aimed at improving community health and well-being. This position assists in organizing events, conducting outreach, providing culturally appropriate education, and promoting healthy behaviors aligned with Sage Memorial Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Core Values. Assists in delivering evidence-based health promotion programs (e.g. nutrition, physical activity, chronic disease prevention, injury prevention) through activities and health education. Distributes culturally tailored health materials and resources. Collaborates with the Community Health Division departments and other Sage Memorial Hospital or outside entities with planning and integrated service delivery. Ensures quality, patient care delivery and maintains confidentiality of all privileged information. This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in health promotion, public health, nutrition, or related field.
Must possess at least two (2) years of progressive work experience in community education, health education, disease prevention, or related field.
Must possess a current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must maintain a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation and meet all employee health requirements.
Professional knowledge and skill with patient or community education (role as a health educator or Medical Assistant experience)
Ability to community to small or large groups
Ability to identify and utilize evidence-based educational material
Ability to investigate and analyze information and to draw conclusions.
Ability to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs and materials.
Ability to provide technical advice, guidance, and support to professional staff in area of specialty
Knowledge of effective principles and practices of patient education and development
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing with staff and the public
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels
Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines
Ability to demonstrate excellence, and continually seek improvement in results
Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint)
Ability to think critically, analyze problems, project consequences, identify solutions, and implement recommendations

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak the Navajo language and/or familiarity with the Navajo Way, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide standardized, appropriate educational material and learning opportunities to the community members in various settings
Coordinate and plan health promotion and disease prevention activities at SMH, the Mobile Unit and in the community
Conduct community outreach and education in schools, chapter houses, senior centers, wellness centers, other community locations and at local events
Ensures data is gathered and accurately documented demonstrating the utilization of the appropriate process to promote patient outcomes.
Assists with planning and implementing workshops, health fairs, and wellness activities and events.
Supports data collection, program evaluation and report writing.
Work closely with professional providers and other clinic staff in planning and evaluating patient needs and care.
Assists with scheduling, logistics, and documentation of outreach events.
Participate in community education events at the chapter level and at the hospital.
Provides health information and referrals to appropriate clinical or public health services.
Maintains accurate records of community contacts and services provided.
May cross-train to assist other Community Health departments in providing integrated service delivery.
Initiates and maintains professional relationships with external resources and facilities to establish efficient patient care delivery.
Performs other related duties as assigned.