Kidney Smart Educator at DaVita in Arrowhead Lakes Dialysis PD

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Posting Date 10/29/2026
20325 North 51st Ave, Bldg 11Suite 184, 186, Glendale, Arizona, 85308, United States of America
 Req ID: R0481325 Location: Glendale, AZ (Serving the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area / Westside Division) Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (Flexible Daytime Hours) Travel: Up to 20% within assigned local territory Join the DaVita Village At DaVita, we strive to be a Community first and a Company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do across our Village so that it becomes part of who we are. About the Role Are you passionate about empowering patients and transforming kidney care education? DaVita is seeking a Kidney Smart Educator & Local Coordinator to serve patients, families, and clinical teams across the Westside Division and Greater Phoenix area. This is a dynamic dual-role position combining clinical patient education with regional administrative coordination: Kidney Smart Educator: Lead impactful chronic kidney disease (CKD) classes (in-person, virtual, and telephonic) to help patients and caregivers understand kidney function, disease progression, diet/medication management, and renal replacement options (Home Dialysis, In-Center Hemodialysis, Kidney Transplant, and Conservative Care). Local Coordinator: Provide critical administrative and operational support to Kidney Smart Educators across the Westside Division—coordinating class schedules, managing physician referral intake, driving patient outreach/scheduling, and tracking post-class outcomes. Key Responsibilities Patient Education & Clinical Outreach (Kidney Smart Educator) Facilitate CKD Education: Deliver engaging, instructor-led Kidney Smart curriculum classes in-person across local facilities/partner clinics, as well as virtually and telephonically. Empower Patients & Families: Educate patients on kidney health fundamentals, disease management, lifestyle adjustments, and treatment modalities (Peritoneal Dialysis, Home Hemodialysis, In-Center Hemodialysis, and Transplant). Partner with Care Teams: Build collaborative relationships with local nephrologists, clinical practices, and dialysis care teams to expand patient access to education. Division Coordination & Operations (Local Coordinator) Administrative Leadership: Serve as the central point of contact for the Westside Division Kidney Smart team, assisting the Division Lead and field operations in expanding educational reach. Class & Schedule Management: Coordinate and publish class calendars, manage room/venue logistics, and maintain educator coverage across the division. Intake & Patient Scheduling: Manage intake pipelines for patient recommendations and physician referrals; execute direct patient outreach and enrollment. Reporting & Compliance: Conduct post-class follow-up, track attendance metrics, submit required reporting tools, and ensure alignment with national Kidney Smart operational standards. Qualifications & Requirements Clinical Background / Licensure: Active clinical credential/license required (e.g., Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician / CCHT , LPN, LVN, RN, or equivalent clinical licensure). Experience: Strong background in nephrology, dialysis, or chronic disease patient education preferred. Language Skills: Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred. Communication & Presentation: Exceptional public speaking, teaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with diverse patient populations. Organizational Skills: Demonstrated strength in scheduling, workflow coordination, administrative tracking, and cross-functional team support. Mobility & Travel: Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 20% within the assigned Phoenix metropolitan territory. What We’ll Provide: DaVita Rewards More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the