Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Provides preventive screening services, education, and outreach to vulnerable populations. Contributes to the wellness of local communities in the Salt Lake Valley.

Qualifications

High School diploma, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated relationship-building and effective communication skills.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Conduct health screenings for blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, and body weight (screening training available).
2. Provide health counseling and education to increase knowledge of self-sufficiency.
3. Help clients in identifying their health goals; work closely with patients and wellness coach to help patients determine the best course of action for good health.
4. Identify and help coordinate community events and workshops.
5. Participate in various community events helping community members with diabetes education and health needs.
6. Provide outreach to potential and existing clients in the community and at events.
7. Assist in the coordination of client referrals to housing, food, transportation, and other social services as needed.
8. Work with staff and volunteers to establish trusting relationships with clients while providing support and encouragement.
9. Fill out client electronic intake questionnaire and screening assessment.
10. Make regular follow-up calls and assist patients with follow-up appointments.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:

Nearly Continuously: Working in a small space on an RV

Often: Office environment

Seldom: Outdoor environment, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), talking, walking, reaching overhead 

Seldom: Bending, twisting, climbing, kneeling, squatting, balancing, pulling, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.