Tobacco Cessation Specialist - Full Time - Lake Charles

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

This job serves as a project coordinator for the Tobacco Cessation Clinic and works collaboratively with the Tobacco Program. Work with organizational management to implement a Nationally Recognized Smoking Cessation Treatment Program for the Health System. In addition, the position will assess the need for, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates the Smoking Cessation Program for patients and provides consultation, evaluation and referrals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachleor’s degree OR licensure OR certification listed in the preferred certifications section below

Preferred - None

Work Experience

Required - 3 years’ experience with direct patient contact

Certifications

Required - Certification as Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist (CTTS) by nationally recognized entity

* If CTTS is not currently held, training must be completed within 60 days of hire and CTTS certificate obtained within 1 year of employment

Preferred - If education requirement above is not met then it can be substituted by an RN, LSW, RT or other clinical licensure

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Skills to communicate clearly.
• Knowledge of brief therapy techniques and group education.
• Reliable transportation as travel throughout the system is required.
• Ability to work outside of normal work hours, to include evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

• Develops and implements Tobacco Cessation Program including Intake and Group Therapy utilizing Best Practices.
• Performs clinical functions.
• Measures and reports program outcomes/impact; may create, implement, and revise as needed a monthly reporting system.
• Assumes responsibility for program development and marketing.
• Performs administrative functions.
• Develops knowledge of community resources.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employ