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UPMC · 2 hours ago

Diabetes Program Coordinator

Altoona, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

UPMC Altoona is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Diabetes Program Coordinator to provide individualized diabetes education and drive community outreach. This role emphasizes collaboration, teaching, and empowering patients to manage their health effectively within a leading healthcare organization.

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Responsibilities

Continually update diabetes education plan according to ADA guidelines

Serve as a resource person/consultant in diabetes care for medical staff, nursing staff, patients and community

Promote and market diabetes education classes to medical staff offices and to other relevant agencies/organizations as a community resource

Maintain knowledge of diabetes equipment (glucose meters, insulin pumps, insulin pens)

Provide individual diabetes and nutritional education/counseling for diabetes

Identify and participate in CQI initiatives/activities

Mentor and train peers and students in diabetes management

Keep current with medications and new medications for diabetes management

Conduct diabetes education classes for patients, staff and community as required

Maintain adequate documentation consistent with ADA recognition and reimbursement guidelines

Work collaboratively with Director, University of Pittsburgh Diabetes Institute (UPDI) in developing and maintaining ADA site recognition

Participate as active member of the UPDI ADA Advisory Board

Qualification

Diabetes education certificationDiabetes management experienceNutrition educationHealthcare experienceAnalytical skillsTechnology proficiencyResearch participationInterpersonal skillsMentoring skills