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Health Educator

Job Summary: The Health Educator will coordinate project activities, provide patient education, conduct chart reviews, and follow-up at the Community Health Center of Buffalo, Inc. (CHCB). In this role, you will develop and implement culturally tailored educational programs with community-based organizations serving low-income underserved populations. The position offers competitive pay and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k match, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Responsibilities:

• Educate patients on cancer screening, treatment, and follow-up importance.
• Conduct chart reviews to identify care gaps and recommend solutions.
• Develop and implement programs to increase cancer screenings, with a focus on colorectal, cervical, and breast cancers.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and evaluate care quality.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate efficiently with patients, families, and team members.
• Coordinate activities to enhance cancer screening with the interdisciplinary team.
• Ensure program outcomes align with goals and address any variances.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• New York State RN License with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a primary care setting.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience in coordinating and providing educational programs to patients.
• Ability to foster positive business relationships.
• Proficiency in collaborating with various colleagues and functioning within a diverse care team.
• Computer literacy, specifically in Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands: The role involves sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping. Some evening work may be required.

Salary: $68,000 per year

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