What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Diabetes Educator - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Senior Diabetes Educator - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Senior Diabetes Educator - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028882
Posting Close Date: 1/2/2025
Salary: $85,000-$100,000
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Position Summary
Under minimal supervision, the Senior Diabetes Educator will establish ADA recognition accreditation by developing and maintaining the Diabetes Education Database for the Nutrition and Wellness Clinic; perform Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) and nutrition assessment. Provide comprehensive analysis of the assessment results to clinic endocrinologists and referring providers. Support and assist in the coordination of follow up care for patients with Diabetes with complex medical needs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Dietetics and Certification in Diabetes Education.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Dietetics and Diabetes education.
- Knowledge of formal screening and comprehensive nutrition and diabetes assessment tools, as well as to provide individualized parent education about ways to facilitate optimal diabetes care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs (Access, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
- Proficiency in Chronicle Diabetes- DSM ES documentation platform.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Previous ADA accredited diabetes education program coordination strongly.
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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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Salary : $85,000 - $100,000
