Health Coach Job at St Thomas Community Health Center, New Orleans, LA

cldSQy9zNUhNSExteFdpUEpDRlRRek1mY2c9PQ==
  • St Thomas Community Health Center
  • New Orleans, LA

Job Description

Saint Thomas Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center dedicated to providing the highest quality healthcare to any patient regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. St. Thomas Health Coaches are certified on the job with motivational interviewing training.

Every day patients come into our clinic overwhelmed with navigating complicated healthcare systems, and chronic diseases. The Health Coach comes in to improve a patient's experience at Saint Thomas, and in the best scenarios, arm them with tools to make positive life changes. Health Coaches are afforded the opportunity to work closely with providers, nurses, medical assistants and case management. The role includes developing relationships with patients, reviewing care plans, and setting goals. The health coach offers supportive guidance to help patients foster healthier lives. We are looking for candidates that are compassionate, good listeners, kind, and skilled at problem solving. Health Coaches are an incredible asset and respected member of the medical team here at Saint Thomas. We are dedicated to providing easy access to care. We strive to accommodate patients with same day appointment availability. If you love the New Orleans community, and want to be a part of a company that truly cares about this population please apply.

We welcome applicants with bachelor degrees in social work, public health and health sciences, and applicants that hold Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant licensing.

Essential Job Duties

  • Meet with patients to promote health goals
  • Review social determinants of health 
  • Enroll patients into Chronic Care Management
  • Discuss care plans with patients by phone and in person
  • Utilize Motivational Interviewing principles
  • Assist to break down barriers for access to healthcare
  • Take direction from nurses and providers
  • Work and document in EPIC electronic health record system

Job Tags

Full time, Part time,

Similar Jobs

RecruitWell LLC

Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner Job at RecruitWell LLC

 ...Roseburg, Oregon, Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care Job Clinical Role: Seeking a passionate, experienced, and dedicated Medical...  ...proficiency with medical software, electronic health records, and telemedicine platforms Exceptional clinical skills, including... 

Haverty's Furniture Company, Inc.

Furniture Delivery Driver Job at Haverty's Furniture Company, Inc.

 ...Job Description Job Description Job Description Furniture Delivery Driver Assistant We are looking for bright, energetic individuals to join our team of Delivery Drivers. Our Furniture Delivery Driver Assistants are responsible for the delivery and setup... 

Zetrick LLC

Mail Carrier Job at Zetrick LLC

 ...Postal Service with over 11 years of experience in the field of mail delivery. With the increasing shift towards e-commerce, our...  ...faster and get paid the same Why Work Here Independence. Mail carriers work solo and often listen to music, podcasts, or audiobooks during... 

Reformed Theological Seminary

Senior Pastor: Absarokee Evangelical Church Job at Reformed Theological Seminary

 ...Senior Pastor: Absarokee Evangelical Church Job Description: Reports to: The AEC Overseer Board & the Conference Superintendent Pastor Required Qualifications: # Gifted Teacher # Ability to encourage those around him. # Must be able to address... 

CBH Cooperative

Assistant Location Manager Job at CBH Cooperative

Job Description Job Description Description: Position Description: This position will work closely with the Location Manager. Assistant Location Manager is responsible for accuracy and efficiency in all bookkeeping, accounting, and customer service needs, including...