UAB Medicine
Diabetes Educator - Food & Nutrition - AM (052)
UAB Medicine, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
Diabetes Educator – Food & Nutrition – AM (052)
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Benefits and Perks
Robust educational assistance programs
Generous paid time off
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Paid parental leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligibility
And more
Position Overview
Pay range: $57,940 – $94,150 per year
Shifts: full‑time AM
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Description To possess theoretical and technical knowledge in specialized fields of patient care and to perform services such as consultant, clinician, educator, researcher, and, as needed, program coordinator. To identify and recommend clinical standards/standards of practice for patient populations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition, Medical Dietetics, Dietetics, or a closely related field such as Food Systems Management (required). Master’s degree preferred.
Two (2) years of experience as a diabetes educator preferred.
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Currently a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (required).
Licensed as a Dietitian by the Alabama State Board of Examiners for Dietetics & Nutritionists (required).
Currently a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or must be obtained within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Why Work at UAB Medicine UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. UAB Medicine proudly serves more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world.
Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking a fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or a close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Benefits and Perks
Robust educational assistance programs
Generous paid time off
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Paid parental leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligibility
And more
Position Overview
Pay range: $57,940 – $94,150 per year
Shifts: full‑time AM
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Description To possess theoretical and technical knowledge in specialized fields of patient care and to perform services such as consultant, clinician, educator, researcher, and, as needed, program coordinator. To identify and recommend clinical standards/standards of practice for patient populations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition, Medical Dietetics, Dietetics, or a closely related field such as Food Systems Management (required). Master’s degree preferred.
Two (2) years of experience as a diabetes educator preferred.
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Currently a Registered Dietitian (RD) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (required).
Licensed as a Dietitian by the Alabama State Board of Examiners for Dietetics & Nutritionists (required).
Currently a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or must be obtained within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Why Work at UAB Medicine UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. UAB Medicine proudly serves more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world.
Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking a fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or a close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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