Health coaching is the method of guiding a person in addressing health issues and the need to improve health. This helps a person to lead a healthy lifestyle by making behavioral and lifestyle changes. A health coach is a professional who provides coaching or counseling services to patients or anyone who is interested to build a healthy life. Health coach responsibilities are carried out by guiding people how to live a healthier, more balanced life using nutrition and lifestyle choice. Such a person helps to overcome health-related issues and provide support systems to overcome those obstacles.
SHIFT AND SCHEDULE
Full Time, Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
• Contacts and performs initial interviews with individuals who are eligible for health coaching programs.
• Provides necessary coaching to reduce or eliminate behaviors that are considered high-risk.
• Develops and conducts seminars and conventions for family members, clients or even employees who are interested in learning more about health and wellness.
• Creates and distributes health education materials such as brochures to clients.
• Develops care plans that are custom-tailored to individual clients.
• Coordinates with clients’ other healthcare providers in order to provide a well-rounded experience.
• Identify the need for behavioral change to improve health status, reduce health risks and improve quality of life
• Examine and record the vital signs like body temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, weight, height, etc., accurately
• Receive and direct phone calls, schedule appointments, check-in patients, obtain necessary patient information to file and update patient records, and ensure all forms and consents are completed by patients
• Check-out patients, assist with referral processing, and arrange laboratory services
• Manage inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Possess at least a bachelor’s degree in a field such as health education, nursing, athletic training or nutrition.
• Excellent knowledge in health, nutrition and fitness issues
• Knowledge of health-related diseases and remedial measures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong motivational and convincing power
• Ability to counsel clients of all ages and problems
• Immense ability to develop a health plan
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to:
• Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift
device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.
We believe the health of a community extends far beyond hospital walls. And we are committed to leading our community to be the healthiest in Texas.
That's why we've teamed up with area healthcare partners to create Midland Health. Working together, we can make a profound and lasting impact on our community by improving the health of our people.
Leading healthcare for greater Midland.
Midland will be the healthiest community in Texas.
We tell the truth and honor commitments.
We innovate and embrace change.
We are careful stewards of our resources.
We overcome problems without complaining.
We exceed expectations through teamwork and partnerships.
We are West Texas friendly… treating all people with kindness and respect.
We care for the hearts and souls of our patients and visitors.
We see the human being first, then the medical condition.
We slow down and listen; true healing begins with empathy.
We honor diversity and promote the dignity of each individual.
We do our best to improve the health and well-being of our community.
We are continuous learners.
We create an environment that supports the healing process.
We care for ourselves so we are able to care for others.
We find joy in our work and have fun together.
In 1950, Midland Memorial Hospital, the only not-for-profit hospital in Midland County, Texas was established by prominent community leaders with one mission: "To make quality healthcare available to all residents of Midland County." Funds to build the hospital were donated by individuals, corporations and foundations as a nonprofit, community-based hospital, offering medical care to the west Texas community, regardless of their ability to pay.
The hospital opened its doors on July 11, 1950, as a community owned, 75-bed hospital, serving the nearly 22,000 people who resided in Midland County. The hospital was staffed with 78 employees and 26 physicians. The 58,694 square foot, state-of-the-art medical facility cost $1,372,000.
Over succeeding decades, Midland Memorial Hospital has changed dramatically to meet the needs of a dynamic community. In May 2009, Midland County residents approved a $115 million bond to build a new patient tower, which was combined with another $62.6 million in private donations and grants. It was the first $100 million bond issue approved by Midland voters.
On December 19, 2012, the hospital opened the new, nine-story, Dorothy and Clarence Scharbauer Jr Patient Tower, staying under the $177.6 million project budget.
The new tower consolidated several West Campus operations, such as the OB/GYN unit, into the main campus. The tower also features a number of new amenities for inpatients such as an interactive television system and a motorized patient lift in every room. The hospital is licensed for 474 beds and offers several innovative programs, including the Heart Institute, Total Joint Center, women’s and children’s health care services and various rehabilitation programs.
In August 1977, the Hospital District was formed and a modest tax levied to support only the care of indigent patients. Now, the Board of Directors of the Midland County Hospital District, elected by the voters, add their counsel and insight to the direction of the volunteer Boards of Trustees and Governors, in guiding the further development of Midland Memorial Hospital.
For over 70 years, we have maintained our pledge to deliver quality health care to the residents of Midland County and the surrounding region. Our staff, volunteers, facilities, and services reflect this commitment today. We are committed to providing the best possible care and service you and your family need.