A Health and Wellness Coach works with clients to establish goals for improving their health and helps them to follow healthy behaviors. Coaches and supports clients; may focus on fitness, nutrition, stress management or other issues that affect health and wellness.
Mt. West Family Health Center - 1.3 El Paso, TX Job Details Full-time From $14 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Spanish Customer communication Customer service In-person customer service English Full Job Description Medical Weight Loss Specialist (Bilingual - English/Spanish Required) Help Patients Transform Their Health!!! Mt. West Family Health Center is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and motivated Medical Weight Loss Specialist to join our Medical Weight Loss Program. This individual will serve as a coach, educator, and accountability partner for patients committed to improving their health through medically supervised weight loss. This is more than a customer service position—it is an opportunity to positively impact lives by educating, motivating, and supporting patients throughout their weight loss journey. Important - Please Read Before Applying This position requires extensive training and the development of long-term relationships with our patients. We are seeking candidates who are committed to this role for a minimum of one year. If you are planning to pursue another job, relocate, return to school full-time, or otherwise anticipate leaving Mt. West within the next 12 months, please do not apply.
Who We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate: Lives a healthy lifestyle and is passionate about helping others improve their health. Leads by example through healthy habits and positive lifestyle choices. Has excellent interpersonal and motivational skills. Enjoys building lasting relationships with patients. Is compassionate, encouraging, and nonjudgmental. Is dependable, professional, and committed to providing exceptional patient care. Thrives in an environment focused on accountability, education, and measurable patient outcomes. Essential Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conduct weekly one-on-one patient consultations that are supportive, motivational, and educational. Educate patients on nutrition, healthy lifestyle habits, behavior modification, and weight management. Encourage patient accountability and long-term lifestyle changes. Recruit, enroll, educate, and motivate participants in the Medical Weight Loss Program. Prepare for patient visits and ensure all required documentation is completed accurately. Collect and document patient data, including weight, attendance, physical activity, and progress. Report patient progress and concerns to the Medical Director. Follow up with patients who miss appointments and reinforce the importance of maintaining consistent participation. Maintain educational materials, supplies, and program resources. Deliver exceptional customer service while fostering positive relationships with every patient. Assist with community outreach and program promotion as needed. Qualifications Must be bilingual (English and Spanish) —verbal and written communication required. Previous experience as a Medical Assistant, Health Coach, Wellness Coach, or in health promotion, patient education, nutrition, fitness, or community outreach preferred. Demonstrated commitment to living a healthy lifestyle and serving as a positive role model for patients. Passion for nutrition, exercise, wellness, and helping others achieve healthier lives. Ability to motivate, educate, and inspire patients to reach their goals. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to communicate with empathy while maintaining professionalism. Comfortable using Microsoft Office and electronic medical records. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills. Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the workday. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and perform routine office and clinical tasks. Why Mt. West? At Mt. West Family Health Center, we are committed to helping our patients achieve lasting lifestyle changes through education, accountability, and compassionate care. We are looking for team members who share our mission and are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients every day.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Customer service: 1 year (Required)
Language:
English and Spanish (Required) Ability to
Commute:
El Paso, TX 79912 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
El Paso, TX 79912: Relocate before starting work (Required)
