What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist position at Ramp Health?
Job Title: Part Time Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), onsite, Lewes, DE - 16 hours a week
Job Overview: Join our dynamic team for a flexible role as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES).
Why Join Ramp Health:
- Competitive Compensation, with a performance-based bonus structure
- Comprehensive training program focused on clinical and counseling skills for diabetes care
- Professional Development support, inclusive of CEUs for diabetes education
- Marketing support to build your caseload
- Full support on administrative duties from insurance credentialing and claim submission to patient follow-up
- Make a meaningful impact on the lives of millions managing diabetes and related chronic conditions
Required Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
- Practicing Registered Dietitian, licensed in states where practicing
- Proven time management and multitasking abilities
- Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills to effectively engage clients
- Ability to work independently in on-site settings
- Effective communication with diverse populations
- Cultural humility in client interactions
- Strong clinical and counseling skills, with a focus on diabetes care
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5 years as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
- Credentialed with major insurers such as Independence Blue Cross, Highmark, Aetna, United Healthcare, and Cigna
- Additional certification such as Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM)
Job Description: As a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) with our team, you will provide specialized diabetes care and education in-person at client worksites. Your role includes preventing, managing, and supporting those with diabetes through Medical Nutrition Therapy and other evidence-based interventions. You will also engage with communities through health fairs, educational seminars, and hands-on cooking demonstrations, utilizing your public speaking skills to promote diabetes self-management. You’ll be a crucial part of an interdisciplinary team, working alongside wellness coaches, dietitians, and nurses to meet the unique needs of each client group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct impactful, person-centered, 1-on-1 diabetes care and education sessions
- Provide between-session support through ongoing digital messaging with participants
- Assist participants in identifying root causes of health concerns and empower them to make sustainable lifestyle changes
- Ensure participant care meets the highest standards of professional integrity, ethics, and confidentiality
- Conduct webinars, cooking demonstrations, and attend health fairs at least once per month
- Participate in quarterly training sessions to stay updated on best practices and emerging trends
- Collaborate as an essential member of an interdisciplinary team
About Us:
At Ramp Health, we've pioneered health solutions since 2002, achieving an 86% engagement rate through our innovative digital platform tailored to individual health goals. Our nationwide network of 25,000 healthcare professionals adheres to stringent standards to deliver a variety of clinical and wellbeing services. With a 90% client retention rate, we lead the market in deploying digital, clinical, and coaching services, consistently rated at an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by those we serve.
Diabetes Education Mission: Our mission is to provide evidence-based, accessible diabetes education that empowers individuals to live healthier lives. Supported by technology, our outcomes-driven and person-centered approach fosters sustainable behavior change for better diabetes management and overall wellness.
