Diabetes Educator I/II, Ambulatory

Sutter Health

Diabetes Educator I providing self-management education and therapy to patients at Sutter Health. Collaborating with healthcare providers to manage patient care and improve quality of life.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $107,972 - $140,358 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diabetes self-management education and medical nutrition therapy, with a focus on individualized patient care protocols and effective collaboration with healthcare providers. Proficient in motivational interviewing and behavioral counseling to enhance patient engagement and education.

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Diabetes Self-Management EducationMedical Nutrition TherapyRegistered Dietitian (RD)Motivational InterviewingBasic Life Support (BLS)

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Hard Skills

Diabetes MonitoringPatient Care CoordinationIndividualized Care ProtocolsBehavioral Counseling SkillsKnowledge of Adult Learning Theory

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Dietitian (RD)Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Diabetes EducationHealthcare Provider CollaborationPatient Population Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides diabetes self-management education/training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups
Manages the care of a distinct patient population
Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers
Develops effective individualized protocols for patient care

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field
RD-Registered Dietitian
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Proven basic competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field
Demonstrated basic knowledge of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment
Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and basic behavioral counseling skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of adult learning theory

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