Chronic disease manager job description
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Chronic disease manager requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in chronic disease manager job postings.
Sample chronic disease manager requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or related field
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) license
- Minimum of 3 years experience in chronic disease management
- Knowledge of health care systems, policies, and procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and medical software
Sample required chronic disease manager soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Able to work independently and manage time effectively
- High level of empathy and understanding
Chronic disease manager job description example 1
Swope Health Services chronic disease manager job description
As a Chronic Disease Manager for Swope Health, you will supervise and be part of
a team of caregivers to provide care for the people who need it most. The
Chronic Disease Manager is responsible oversight for the development, planning,
implementation, and evaluation of all programs associated with chronic disease.
This includes one on one or group setting education and training to patients
with chronic disease, and supervision of the Chronic Disease Coordinators. If
you have a passion for working with patients with chronic disease and a team of
dedicated caregivers to make care visible every day, this role is for you.
Successful Candidates will have:
RN Licensed to practice in the States of Missouri and Kansas.
Two years' experience with chronic physical illnesses and two years
management experience.
Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BCLS) certified.
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or certification within 6 months of
employment.
It would be nice if you:
Had a working knowledge of the Health Disparities Collaboration and grant
award guidelines and regulations.
Experience with PECS data maintenance system or similar data collection
system
The Clinic Manager Position is currently approved for a Sign on Bonus of
$1,000. It is paid in two increments $500 at hire and $500 after 90 days of
employment.
About Swope Health Services:
Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than
200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team
members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made - delivering
coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing
better health in our community.
Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most,
wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health
inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible.
That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.
Swope Health Services supports its team members with:
Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and
vision
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death &
Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of
employment
Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day
Swope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider
all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender,
national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
a team of caregivers to provide care for the people who need it most. The
Chronic Disease Manager is responsible oversight for the development, planning,
implementation, and evaluation of all programs associated with chronic disease.
This includes one on one or group setting education and training to patients
with chronic disease, and supervision of the Chronic Disease Coordinators. If
you have a passion for working with patients with chronic disease and a team of
dedicated caregivers to make care visible every day, this role is for you.
Successful Candidates will have:
RN Licensed to practice in the States of Missouri and Kansas.
Two years' experience with chronic physical illnesses and two years
management experience.
Basic Cardiovascular Life Support (BCLS) certified.
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or certification within 6 months of
employment.
It would be nice if you:
Had a working knowledge of the Health Disparities Collaboration and grant
award guidelines and regulations.
Experience with PECS data maintenance system or similar data collection
system
The Clinic Manager Position is currently approved for a Sign on Bonus of
$1,000. It is paid in two increments $500 at hire and $500 after 90 days of
employment.
About Swope Health Services:
Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than
200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team
members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made - delivering
coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing
better health in our community.
Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most,
wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health
inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible.
That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.
Swope Health Services supports its team members with:
Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and
vision
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death &
Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of
employment
Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day
Swope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider
all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender,
national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
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Chronic disease manager job description example 2
Cleveland Clinic chronic disease manager job description
Utilizes medical and administrative skills to provide support to patients and health care staff under the supervision of a physician or nurse.
Must live between Martin County and Indian River County for 2 to 3 weeks training. Remote position, but must be available to come into the office if needed. Clerical Medical Assistant.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Assists with performing screening and treatments by gathering information related to health maintenance, collecting specimens and documenting patient care.
+ Updates health maintenance at patient visit, accurately identifies medication changes and updates allergy information at each visit.
+ Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Administers specific medications under direction of provider.
+ Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning and troubleshooting.
+ Maintains examination areas.
+ Assists in pre-visit planning by updating the health maintenance tab.
+ Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Education:**
+ Must be a graduate from an approved Medical Assisting Program. (As designated by the Enterprise MA Steering Committee)
+ Military training as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered.
+ Current demonstrated clinical proficiency.
+ Completion of a clinical externship. (Extensive clinical experience may be considered in lieu of formal clinical externship).
**Certifications:**
+ Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required within new hire period.
**Complexity of Work:**
+ Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
+ Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
**Work Experience:**
+ Successful completion of CC Externship preferred.
+ Clinical proficiency with phlebotomy required.
+ Proficiency in EKG desired.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
+ May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
+ Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.
+ Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.
+ Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
+ Note: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
**Personal Protective Equipment:**
+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
Must live between Martin County and Indian River County for 2 to 3 weeks training. Remote position, but must be available to come into the office if needed. Clerical Medical Assistant.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Assists with performing screening and treatments by gathering information related to health maintenance, collecting specimens and documenting patient care.
+ Updates health maintenance at patient visit, accurately identifies medication changes and updates allergy information at each visit.
+ Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Administers specific medications under direction of provider.
+ Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning and troubleshooting.
+ Maintains examination areas.
+ Assists in pre-visit planning by updating the health maintenance tab.
+ Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Education:**
+ Must be a graduate from an approved Medical Assisting Program. (As designated by the Enterprise MA Steering Committee)
+ Military training as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat Medic (68W) or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1) will be considered.
+ Current demonstrated clinical proficiency.
+ Completion of a clinical externship. (Extensive clinical experience may be considered in lieu of formal clinical externship).
**Certifications:**
+ Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) required within new hire period.
**Complexity of Work:**
+ Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
+ Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
**Work Experience:**
+ Successful completion of CC Externship preferred.
+ Clinical proficiency with phlebotomy required.
+ Proficiency in EKG desired.
**Physical Requirements:**
+ Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
+ May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
+ Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.
+ Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects.
+ Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible.
+ Note: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
**Personal Protective Equipment:**
+ Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024