Health Educator

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Closing Date:
01/23/2025Type of Position:Instructional DevelopmentJob Type:Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available:
NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
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Department:COM | IDHI Health Educators
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:The Stroke Program Health Educator supports the Institute for Digital Health and Innovation Stroke Program under the supervision of the Community Outreach Program Manager. This role focuses 80% on community outreach, partnering with hospitals and community groups to deliver targeted educational initiatives. A key responsibility is coordinating the Mega Brain educational initiative, which involves statewide travel (25%) and frequent evening and weekend work. The educator must have specialized knowledge and skills in health education for both lay audiences and healthcare professionals. Additional duties include developing, implementing, assessing, and evaluating Stroke Program outreach efforts.Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in education, public health or related field plus three (3) years of experience in health education, administration or program assessment/development required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access)

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with current liability automobile insurance to be used for work-related travel.

Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) preferred.

Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Assesses and designs training and/or educational program to address identified deficiencies/learning needs of the Stroke Program within Arkansas' critical care access hospital arena.

Understands and assures the use of appropriate Stroke Program education initiatives and imparts this knowledge to critical care hospital faculty/staff across Arkansas as appropriate.

Understands and assures the use of lay community learning principals as well as culturally appropriate initiatives.

Identify barriers or concerns, which interfere with the learning process and suggests alternatives for resolution.

Consults directly with Stroke Program, Program Manager for Community Outreach.

Establish and lead process improvement initiatives statewide.

Takes proactive approach towards lay organizations, hospitals and collaborating agencies.

Uses appropriate communication, both verbal and written.

Maintains privacy/confidentiality.

Responds to medical personnel, organizations, agencies and schools.

Works well within team environment and individually.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply:
List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Letters of Recommendation, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact *** any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site***/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:N/AFrequent Physical Activity:N/AOccasional Physical Activity:N/ABenefits Eligible:Yes