Health Education Specialist

Job Description

As a Health Education Specialist, you will play a crucial role in training and mentoring new Patient Care Technicians within our organisation. Your expertise will help develop training materials and deliver engaging sessions to ensure personnel are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills necessary for patient care. This dynamic role requires strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to educational excellence, and a passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the training and integration of newly hired Patient Care Technicians.
• Continuously improve training content based on feedback and outcomes.
• Collaborate with professional development teams to create comprehensive educational resources.
• Evaluate training program success and make data-driven adjustments.
• Support trainees in achieving competency through hands-on learning.
• Encourage a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Represent the training team in departmental meetings and strategy sessions.
• Design evaluation tools to measure trainee competency effectively.
• Provide insights on industry trends to enhance training approaches.
• Engage with external training providers to supplement internal offerings.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Education
• Master's degree preferred

Experience

• 3+ years in a healthcare educational capacity

Technical Skills

• Curriculum Development
• Public Speaking

Soft Skills

• Creativity
• Leadership

Certifications

• Health Education Specialist Certification (HESC)
• Advanced First Aid certification

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Bilingual abilities: Fluency in a second language to support diverse training requirements.
• Knowledge of health regulations: Understanding of Australian health care laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Attractive salary with performance bonuses
• Ongoing training and education support
• Wellness initiatives for employees
• Regular team-building events

Company Culture

• Collaboration: We believe in working together as a team to achieve our mission of exceptional patient care.
• Innovation: Encouragement for innovative thinking that can lead to improvements in patient education.
• Professional Growth: Employees are provided with pathways for professional development to succeed in their careers.