Certified Diabetes Care Education Specialist

Position Summary :

Sea Mar Community Health Centers is seeking a full-time Certified Diabetes Care Education Specialist. This position is located in the Seattle - White Center area. The certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES) delivers comprehensive and seamless services that bridge the gap and integrate clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes and endocrinology care. The CDCES is an integral part of the care team and provides collaborative, comprehensive and person- centered care, and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan. The CDCES supports and advocates for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. The CDCES promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Maintains complete and up-to-date charts (documenting counseling session as specified by program guidelines in legible form), and statistical program records but not limited to : Misys EMREHR records, WIC / CIMS Flow sheet, WIC diet records, certification sheets weight / height grids, diet evaluation sheets, infant birth outcomes, appointment schedules and encounter forms.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with team members and other Sea Mar staff. Serves as a liaison between Nutrition and / or WIC and other clinic and community services and makes referrals as appropriate.
• Assists with the clerical and statistical program work as needed.
• Attends selected clinic, MSS, PHS Department and WIC meetings and participates in continuing education as needed.
• Acts as a preceptor for dietetic interns, as appropriate.
• The Registered Dietician shall follow all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

CLINICAL Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)

Education and / or Qualification :

What We Offer :

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of :

We also offer 401(k) / Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.