Remote Health Educator

About OpenMarkets Health

OpenMarkets Health is a healthcare organization committed to improving patient outcomes through education, technology, and personalized support. We partner with patients, healthcare providers, and care teams to deliver evidence-based health education that empowers individuals to make informed decisions, manage chronic conditions, and adopt healthier lifestyles.

We are seeking compassionate, motivated, and organized individuals to join our team as Remote Health Educators. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working from the comfort of your home in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Overview

As a Remote Health Educator, you will provide virtual health education and wellness guidance to patients through scheduled phone and video appointments. You will help individuals better understand their health conditions, treatment plans, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices while encouraging long-term behavior change. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure patients receive consistent, high-quality support and education.

This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about patient education, preventive healthcare, and building positive relationships through compassionate communication.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct virtual health education sessions via phone and secure video conferencing.
* Educate patients on chronic disease prevention and management.
* Explain treatment plans and health recommendations using clear, patient-friendly language.
* Promote healthy lifestyle behaviors, including nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and preventive care.
* Develop individualized education plans based on patient needs and goals.
* Assess patient understanding and identify barriers to successful health management.
* Document all patient interactions accurately in electronic health records.
* Collaborate with nurses, physicians, care coordinators, and other healthcare professionals.
* Monitor patient progress and provide ongoing education and encouragement.
* Connect patients with appropriate healthcare and community resources.
* Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
* Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and continuing education activities.
* Stay current on evidence-based health education practices and clinical guidelines.
* Contribute to quality improvement initiatives that enhance the patient experience.

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in health education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Nursing, Nutrition, Exercise Science, or a related healthcare field.
* Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) or equivalent certification is preferred but not required.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and active listening abilities.
* Comfortable using video conferencing platforms and electronic health record systems.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
* Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
* Passion for patient education and preventive healthcare.
* Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and confidentiality.
* Previous healthcare, wellness, or patient education experience is preferred but not required.
* Recent graduates with relevant education, internship, volunteer, or clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

* Competitive hourly compensation.
* Paid onboarding and training.
* Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
* Fully remote work environment.
* Professional development and continuing education support.
* Collaborative and supportive team culture.
* Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
* Paid time off for eligible employees.
* Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
* Retirement savings plan for eligible employees.

Why Join OpenMarkets Health?

At OpenMarkets Health, we believe education is one of the most powerful tools for improving health outcomes. Our Health Educators play a vital role in helping patients build confidence, understand their care, and make lasting lifestyle changes. If you’re passionate about improving lives through education and compassionate care, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to begin your career with OpenMarkets Health and help make quality health education more accessible to patients across the United States.