Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Assess, plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate health promotion programs.

Qualifications

There are two levels in the Health Educator position.

Health Educator I:  Candidate must have a BS in health promotion or related field. Ability to demonstrate entry level competence in the 7 Areas of Responsibilities for Health Education or 10 Essential Functions of Public Health.. 

Health Educator II:  Candidate must have a BS in health promotion or related field, and four or more years of health education experience.  Must also possess and maintain certification as a CHES, MCHES, or CPH.  Ability to demonstrate working-level professional knowledge in the 7 Areas of Responsibilities for Health Education or 10 Essential Functions of Public Health.  

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills required.

Training in a specific health area may be preferred.

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. Assesses health education needs using appropriate assessment tools; including using primary and secondary data sources.
2. Designs and implements health programs in accordance with evidence-based strategies.
3. Evaluates usefulness and impact of health education programs.
4. Provides information to patients and the general public while maintaining patient confidentiality.
5. Attends conferences and classes and reads literature to learn of new developments in the area of interest.
6. Collaborates with other offices, departments, and agencies.
7. Assists in coordinating outreach programs.
8. Purchases or coordinates the preparation of educational materials.
9. Recruits and trains volunteers.
10. May participate with committees or organizations whose purpose supports the health education program.

Problem Solving

Use logic to identify appropriate theories to underpin program development. Think critically to analyze issues and identify alternate courses of action.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. 

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. 

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.