Health and Wellness Specialist - Owensboro Health
Owensboro, KY 42301
About the Job
Job Summary
Responsible for assessment, development, and implementation of integrated wellness programs that are motivating and engaging and promotes the best mental and physical health possible for patients/ clients. Responsible for a variety of clinical and administrative tasks related to patient assessments with an emphasis on patient access and satisfaction while maintaining confidentiality, professionalism and a high level of ethical behavior.
Job Responsibilities
- Develops and implements targeted wellness programming for local community and employee groups.
- Establishes wellness goals and monitors wellness programs that meet health outcomes, cost savings, and organizational objectives.
- Motivates individuals and groups to take steps for good health.
- Researches market and national trends in order to provide innovative initiatives.
- Responsible for creating and presenting special programs on and off site providing expertise and knowledge including speaking engagements, health fairs, biometric screenings, health coaching, or other Healthpark related events.
- Conducts biometric screenings for groups and offers health coaching to individuals.
- Schedules and reschedules appointment times and diagnostic testing using the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and computerized programs as needed.
- Manages corporate wellness activities including health fairs and employee screenings for regional companies and Owensboro Health.
- Promotes integration and cross referral to other Healthpark programs and services in an effort to ensure comprehensive health promotion and wellbeing.
- Directs communication with internal and external clients as it relates to well-being initiatives.
- Develops short and long term goals and initiatives to support a culture of well-being throughout the organization and the communities we serve.
- Collects and records vital signs and performs specimen collection.
- Communicates effectively with patients, clients, team members, providers, external agencies and insurance companies.
- Greets patients as they arrive and rooms patients.
- Assists with performing patient assessments. Offers fitness and cardiovascular assessments, body composition and metabolic testing under the supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
- Responsible for documenting patient care provided, assessments, goals and outcomes in the EMR.
- Maintains examination areas, equipment and medical supplies, including ordering, reordering, stocking, cleaning and troubleshooting.
- May be required to perform patient registration, pre-certification, pre-procedure instructions, patient check out and accept payments, copays and other fees for services during registration.
- Works closely with other organizational team members and employers in the areas Owensboro Health serves in efforts to reduce health care cost and initiate and expand health and well-being offerings and population health management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Exercise Physiology required upon hire OR
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Exercise Science required upon hire OR
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Health Science Field required upon hire OR
- Bachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hire OR
- A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
- BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position AND
- First-aid certification required within 90 days of employment in this position AND
- NBC-HWC - National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach through National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) required within 24 months of employment in this position
Skills and Attributes
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
- Standing: Frequently
- Walking: Frequently
- Sitting: Occasionally
- Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
- Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
- Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally
- Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally
- Climbing: Occasionally
- Bending/Stooping: Frequently
- Kneeling: Occasionally
- Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
- Reaching: Frequently
- Talking: Frequently
- Hearing: Frequently
- Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
- Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
- Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
- Running: Rarely
- Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
- Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
- Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
- Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
Owensboro Health Core Commitments
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
Source : Owensboro Health