Health Educator

Description ABOUT OUR COMPANY
We are a company built on excellence. We have a culture that values growth, achievement and diversity and a workplace where your voice can be heard.


The dedication of talented and caring health care professionals drives the delivery of high quality, cost effective products and services. They make it possible for members to get the right health care treatment for their needs and for Aetna to keep its competitive edge.

We are looking for a Health Educator who will work in our Wellness and Healthy Body Healthy Weight Programs in the Alpharetta, Georgia Office. Aetna's Wellness and Healthy Body Healthy Weight Programs offer personalized telephonic support to members whose health is at risk. The program is designed to coach members make healthy lifestyle changes, reduce risk factors and facilitate identifying and achieving health goals.

Collaboration with the member, physician and Health Body Healthy Weight team of Registered Nurses, Registered Dietitians and Care Management Associates is an integral part of this position.
Willingness for flexible hours desired.
Hours for this position may vary between the hours of 8 am and 8 pm. preferred hours can be discussed during the interview process. Work from home may be available to qualified employees after 1 year of service.

Requirements Communicate effectively across various cultural groups

Educate members on self service options

Provide members with health care information to drive member understanding of his-her health condition(s) and possible options

Providing Solutions to Constituent Needs

Adapt member communications to support life stage and multicultural benefit needs

Collaborating for Results

Perform intake calls from members

Perform health risk and phsical assessments

Understanding Clinical Impacts

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Managing Work Processes

Bachelor of Science in Health Promotion of similar area of study and minimum of 3 years of experience required. Experience coaching clients on evidence based areas of wellness including physical activity, nutrition, weight and stress required. Experience in Motivational interviewing desired. Certification in Life Coaching / CHES certification desired.

Strong verbal and written skills along with the ability to manage multiple priorities have strong team work and organizational skills as well as effective time management.

We value leadership, creativity and initiative.  If you share those values and a commitment to excellence and innovation, consider a career with Aetna.

We conduct pre-employment drug and background testing.
Aetna does not permit the use of tobacco related products or drugs in the workplace. No agencies, please.
 
Aetna is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V

Aetna is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity within the context of the business to achieve their potential. Aetna's Affirmative Action responsibilities extend to women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. Company policy also provides for equal opportunity for qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or marital status.