Certified Diabetes Educator Jobs
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INTRODUCTION
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation-Central
Position Overview: 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 through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle interventional goals, and counseling. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers (physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, etc.) to develop effective individualized protocols (medication, therapy, nutrition, devices, etc.) that empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to help control their disease, avoid potential complications, and bring about lasting improvements in their quality of life.
Job Description:
DIABETES EDUCATOR I $49.44 - $56.86 - $64.27
Education:
- Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
- RD-Registered Dietitian
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Proven basic competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
- Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and basic behavioral counseling skills. Demonstrated strong group facilitation skills.
- Person in this position will be expected to gather the required hours to become eligible for and sit for the CDCES exam within 2 years of hire. Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse group of patients, care givers, colleagues, providers and specialists.
- Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors. Able to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
- Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education on a variety of topics related to diabetes and other chronic conditions.
- Attention to detail with time management and organization skills.
- Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR). Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
- Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
- Capable of performing routine nutritional therapy as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Treat patients ranging in age from social age to geriatric.
- Make independent judgements while caring for patients.
- Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
- Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow.
- Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week.
- Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.
DIABETES EDUCATOR II $51.91 - $59.70 - $67.48
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
- RD-Registered Dietitian
- CDCES-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (for employees hired prior to 05/03/2024: within 2 years)
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (not required for fully remote incumbents)
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Proven competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
- Advance knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education.
- Exceptional attention to detail with time management and organization skills, including being an effective decision maker and expert delegator.
- Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR). Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
- Use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems; provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
- Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
- Make independent judgements while caring for patients.
- Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
- Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow.
- Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week.
- Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.
Job Shift: Days
Schedule: Full Time
Days Of The Week: Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements: None
Benefits: Yes
Unions: No
Position Status: Exempt
Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Status: Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $102,856.00 to $143,977.60 / annual salary. SH0000157 - Diabetes Educator II, Ambulatory Pay Range is $107,972.80 to $140,358.40 / annual salary.
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation-Central
Position Overview: 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 through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle interventional goals, and counseling. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers (physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, etc.) to develop effective individualized protocols (medication, therapy, nutrition, devices, etc.) that empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to help control their disease, avoid potential complications, and bring about lasting improvements in their quality of life.
Job Description:
DIABETES EDUCATOR I $49.44 - $56.86 - $64.27
Education:
- Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
- RD-Registered Dietitian
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Proven basic competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
- Demonstrated basic knowledge of the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
- Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and basic behavioral counseling skills. Demonstrated strong group facilitation skills.
- Person in this position will be expected to gather the required hours to become eligible for and sit for the CDCES exam within 2 years of hire. Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse group of patients, care givers, colleagues, providers and specialists.
- Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors. Able to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
- Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education on a variety of topics related to diabetes and other chronic conditions.
- Attention to detail with time management and organization skills.
- Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR). Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
- Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
- Capable of performing routine nutritional therapy as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
- Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Treat patients ranging in age from social age to geriatric.
- Make independent judgements while caring for patients.
- Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
- Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow.
- Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week.
- Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.
DIABETES EDUCATOR II $51.91 - $59.70 - $67.48
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
- RD-Registered Dietitian
- CDCES-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (for employees hired prior to 05/03/2024: within 2 years)
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (not required for fully remote incumbents)
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Proven competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
- Advance knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education.
- Exceptional attention to detail with time management and organization skills, including being an effective decision maker and expert delegator.
- Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR). Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
- Use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems; provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
- Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
- Make independent judgements while caring for patients.
- Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
- Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow.
- Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week.
- Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.
Job Shift: Days
Schedule: Full Time
Days Of The Week: Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements: None
Benefits: Yes
Unions: No
Position Status: Exempt
Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Status: Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $102,856.00 to $143,977.60 / annual salary. SH0000157 - Diabetes Educator II, Ambulatory Pay Range is $107,972.80 to $140,358.40 / annual salary.
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services26
- Education1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified diabetes educator jobs.
- Active Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential or eligibility
- Registered Nurse, Registered Dietitian, or other licensed clinical background required
- Experience delivering diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) programs
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient education and health coaching skills across diverse populations
- Knowledge of continuous glucose monitoring devices and insulin management protocols
Tips for Your Certified Diabetes Educator Job Search
Lead your resume with CDE credentials
Recruiters scanning certified diabetes educator resumes look for your Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credential above everything else. Place it directly after your name in the header, not buried in a certifications section at the bottom.
Quantify your patient education outcomes
Hiring managers want to see what changed after your interventions. Replace vague statements with specific outcomes: how many patients you counseled per week, completion rates for your diabetes self-management education programs, or documented improvements in patient adherence.
Target postings that match your care setting
Skills learned in an inpatient hospital setting don't always transfer directly to outpatient or telehealth roles. Filter openings by care setting and flag the ones that match your hands-on experience with group education, one-on-one counseling, or remote patient monitoring.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists certified diabetes educator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for competency-based interview questions
Interviewers typically ask how you adapt education plans for patients with low health literacy or cultural barriers to care. Prepare two or three concrete examples where you modified your approach and can describe the specific techniques you used and why.
Negotiate using DSMES program scope
When discussing compensation, reference the full scope of your role in diabetes self-management education and support programs, including curriculum development, group facilitation, and care coordination. Employers often have flexibility for candidates who can lead program accreditation or expand service lines.
Certified Diabetes Educator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most certified diabetes educators?
The companies hiring the most certified diabetes educators right now include Advocate Aurora Health, IQVIA, and Sutter Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Illinois, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Health systems and integrated care networks tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many certified diabetes educator jobs are remote?
About 46% of certified diabetes educator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting continued demand for telehealth diabetes education services. Roles focused on virtual patient coaching, remote program coordination, and telephonic DSMES delivery are the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.
How do you become a certified diabetes educator?
To become a certified diabetes educator, you first need an eligible healthcare license, such as registered nurse, registered dietitian, or pharmacist. You then accumulate the required hours of direct diabetes education experience before sitting for the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist exam administered by the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. Maintaining the credential requires ongoing continuing education.
How do you get hired as a certified diabetes educator with little experience?
Candidates with limited direct diabetes education experience can build eligibility by volunteering for diabetes outreach programs, seeking clinical rotations focused on endocrinology or chronic disease management, and documenting any patient education work in your current role. Employers hiring new credentials often prioritize strong communication skills, a background in a relevant licensed profession, and demonstrated ability to adapt education to different patient needs.
What does the certified diabetes educator interview process look like?
The interview process typically involves a phone screen with HR, followed by a clinical or behavioral interview with a hiring manager or diabetes program director. You can expect scenario-based questions about adapting care plans for patients with complex needs, experience with group education facilitation, and how you track patient outcomes. Some employers include a practical skills demonstration or case review as a final step.
Where can I find and apply to certified diabetes educator jobs?
You can find and apply to certified diabetes educator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from health systems, outpatient clinics, and community health organizations across the United States. Find roles that match your credentials, care setting experience, and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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