Health Coach (FMG's Welcome)

Tru Medical Management

Brooklyn New York, NY

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20–$24 Per Hour
SKILLS
Coaching, Computer Skills, Disease, Documentation Plan, Electronic Medical Records, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Home Care, Hospital, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Assistance, Medical Conditions, Medical Office, Medications, Nurse Practitioner, Patient Care, Patient Follow-up, Quality Management, Spreadsheets, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, Webinar
LOCATION
Brooklyn New York, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

Job description
 

Tru Medical is looking for a Health Coach to join our team. The Health Coach (HC) is responsible for a panel of patients. In collaboration with the care team, the HC helps patients work on their health related SMART goals.
 
 
Duties
 

Call patients between visits to discuss their care plan, educate them on their disease states, uncover barriers patients have in following their treatment plans, assist with medication adherence.
 
Enroll patients into the health coaching program by explaining the benefits of the program and how you can help patients as a part of their health care team.
 
Educate patients on diabetes, hypertension, asthma, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and gaps in care using Santovia and practice approved patient education materials. Provide patients with clear instructions and education utilizing appropriate guidelines.
 
Establish SMART goals through motivational interviewing.
 
Create care plans for patients with chronic medical conditions to improve quality patient care and reduce hospital readmissions. Document care plans in the EMR using the care planning module in eclinical works.
 
Document data in spreadsheets by adding important information about patients status in the program.
 
Track patients progress and adjust goals as needed


Collaborate with the patients care team by having monthly meetings with providers. Communicate with physician, Nurse Practitioner, or other health care providers regarding patient’s status in telephone encounters assigned to the asigned provider.
 
Direct patient to keep follow-up appointments with physician office/specialists and to maintain self-home care based on physician treatment plan.


Participate in related training by attending health coach webinars and 1 on 1's
 
Report to the management team on the daily numbers reports and monthly care plan goals.
 
 
Experience , Education, and Skills
 

1+ years in a similar role - for Medical Assistants , LPN's
 0 years' experience if you have completed a Medical Doctorate Degree - Worldwide 


Medical assistant degree minimum


LPN
 
Health Coach Program completion


Knowledge in chronic disease states
 
Motivational Interviewing skills


Bilingual Spanish preferred
 
Team player with a growth mindset
 
This role is rewarding as it directly affects patient care, builds trusting relationships with patients, and impacts health outcomes. Those who value making a difference in people's lives should apply.
 
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
 
Salary: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
 
Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday pay
  • Training
  • 401k
  • Opportunity for advancement
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Brooklyn, NY 11206: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
  • High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
  • Health coaching: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Computer skills: 1 year (Required)
Language:
  • Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
  • Medical Assistant, LPN, or higher training (Required)
Work Location: In person

About the Company

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Tru Medical Management