Requisition ID 15817BR
Title Diabetes Educator - Portland, ME
Job Category Field Education
Job Description Responsible for delivering diabetes education based on ADA Standards of Care. Educates primary care providers, Endocrinologists and other medical staff and patients on how to better manage people with diabetes according to national guidelines. Responsible for ensuring the program goals are being properly executed within territory.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to a Diabetes Education Manager (DEM). Internally, proactively and effectively collaborates with sales, marketing, medical and legal personnel. Represents the organization as a prime contact with customers and field counterparts. Engages with a variety of customers in a complex marketplace. Ability to manage multiple external relationships including relations with patients, vendors and healthcare providers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Conduct educational programs in primary care and endocrinology offices for HCPs and office staff to ensure all diabetes education knowledge is current.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory/legal mandates.
• Ensure that education delivered follows the ADA standards of care
• Implements customized educational programs based upon needs.
• Implement Diabetes curriculum and direct overall staff training, programs and educational goals under very general supervision, following DEP guidelines.
• Serve as a trusted advisor in diabetes education for targeted healthcare professionals.
• Responsible for the completion of territory goals.
• Work closely with management giving insight and gaining knowledge of the staffs' and patients' educational needs.
• Adjust territory routing to help ensure that targeted providers receive exposure to DEP.
• Prioritize budget resources to drive access and overall DEP strategy.
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with field counterpart to leverage collaborative opportunities while staying within DEP and Novo Nordisk policies and guidelines.
• Executing on DEP tactics and demonstrates adaptability if/when the strategy changes.
• Demonstrate openness to coaching and development and make adjustments based on coaching.
• Involve health systems, employers and other community stakeholders to capitalize on emerging opportunities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Approximately 15-45% overnight travel depending upon territory.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and obey all applicable traffic laws.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A CDE is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant clinical experience required.
• Diabetes care management experience preferred. Registered Nurse, Registered Dietitian, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacist, or other NCDBE recognized disciplines required.
• Bilingual (i.e. fluency in Spanish and English) may be required for some areas of the country.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role required.
• Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards in Diabetes Care. Full knowledge of industry practices in Diabetes Care.
Department DM - NEW ENGLAND
Position Location US - Field Based - Across US
City Portland
State/Provinces US - ME
Degree Required Bachelor's Degree Required
Percent Travel 20 - 30%
Title Diabetes Educator - Portland, ME
Job Category Field Education
Job Description Responsible for delivering diabetes education based on ADA Standards of Care. Educates primary care providers, Endocrinologists and other medical staff and patients on how to better manage people with diabetes according to national guidelines. Responsible for ensuring the program goals are being properly executed within territory.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to a Diabetes Education Manager (DEM). Internally, proactively and effectively collaborates with sales, marketing, medical and legal personnel. Represents the organization as a prime contact with customers and field counterparts. Engages with a variety of customers in a complex marketplace. Ability to manage multiple external relationships including relations with patients, vendors and healthcare providers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Conduct educational programs in primary care and endocrinology offices for HCPs and office staff to ensure all diabetes education knowledge is current.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory/legal mandates.
• Ensure that education delivered follows the ADA standards of care
• Implements customized educational programs based upon needs.
• Implement Diabetes curriculum and direct overall staff training, programs and educational goals under very general supervision, following DEP guidelines.
• Serve as a trusted advisor in diabetes education for targeted healthcare professionals.
• Responsible for the completion of territory goals.
• Work closely with management giving insight and gaining knowledge of the staffs' and patients' educational needs.
• Adjust territory routing to help ensure that targeted providers receive exposure to DEP.
• Prioritize budget resources to drive access and overall DEP strategy.
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with field counterpart to leverage collaborative opportunities while staying within DEP and Novo Nordisk policies and guidelines.
• Executing on DEP tactics and demonstrates adaptability if/when the strategy changes.
• Demonstrate openness to coaching and development and make adjustments based on coaching.
• Involve health systems, employers and other community stakeholders to capitalize on emerging opportunities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Approximately 15-45% overnight travel depending upon territory.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and obey all applicable traffic laws.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• A Bachelor’s Degree is required. A CDE is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant clinical experience required.
• Diabetes care management experience preferred. Registered Nurse, Registered Dietitian, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacist, or other NCDBE recognized disciplines required.
• Bilingual (i.e. fluency in Spanish and English) may be required for some areas of the country.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role required.
• Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards in Diabetes Care. Full knowledge of industry practices in Diabetes Care.
Department DM - NEW ENGLAND
Position Location US - Field Based - Across US
City Portland
State/Provinces US - ME
Degree Required Bachelor's Degree Required
Percent Travel 20 - 30%