Health & Wellness Coach - Elk Grove, IL

Position Summary

The Health & Wellness Coach plays a key role in supporting patients through their Medi-Weightloss journey by providing Medi-Weightloss–specific, evidence-based nutrition education, lifestyle coaching, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Coaching & Care Support
  • Provide one-on-one coaching focused on nutrition, behavior change, lifestyle modification, and goal setting within physician-directed weight loss programs.
  • Educate patients on meal planning, portion control, supplementation, and program compliance based on clinic protocols.
  • Monitor patient progress, review metrics (weight, body composition, adherence), and adjust coaching strategies accordingly.
  • Deliver a high-touch patient experience that supports long-term success, retention, and satisfaction.
• Sales & Program Enrollment
  • Conduct consultations to educate prospective patients on available programs and convert leads into enrolled patients.
  • Utilize consultative selling techniques to recommend appropriate services, packages, and add-ons based on patient goals.
  • Consistently meet or exceed individual and clinic sales KPIs, including enrollments, upgrades, ancillary sales and retention.
  • Support promotional campaigns, referral initiatives, and community outreach efforts as assigned.
• Administrative & Clerical Duties
  • Accurately document patient interactions, progress notes, and program details in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Schedule appointments, manage follow-ups, and assist with front-desk coverage as needed.
  • Process payments, explain packages, and ensure accurate completion of consent forms and required documentation.
  • Maintain organized patient records while ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
• Technology & Systems Utilization
  • Proficiently use EMR systems, scheduling software, CRM tools, and clinic communication platforms.
  • Track sales performance, patient outcomes, and follow-up tasks using clinic reporting tools.
  • Utilize basic office technology (Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, email, tablets, scanners, payment systems).
• Team & Clinic Support
  • Collaborate closely with medical providers, clinic managers, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care.
  • Participate in team meetings, ongoing training, and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Support clinic operations, new patient onboarding, and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Certification in Nutrition, Health Coaching, Wellness Coaching, or a related field OR a minimum of two (2) years of equivalent education or experience in nutrition, wellness, fitness, or health-related coaching.
• Strong sales background with demonstrated success in consultative, KPI-driven sales (healthcare, wellness, fitness, or medical aesthetics preferred).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clerical, administrative, or front-office experience in a medical or customer-facing environment.
• Proficiency with EMR systems, scheduling software, CRM tools, and standard office technology.
• Ability to work within Illinois scope-of-practice, providing nutrition education and wellness coaching only (non-diagnostic, non-prescriptive) under physician oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a Medi-Weightloss or physician-supervised weight management clinic.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred, not required.
• Knowledge of behavior change principles, motivational interviewing, or lifestyle medicine.

Skills & Competencies

• Sales-driven, goal-oriented mindset with strong closing skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust quickly with diverse patient populations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and follow-through.
• Professional, empathetic, and patient-centered approach.

Work Environment & Schedule

Part-time position with the opportunity to transition to full-time based on performance and clinic needs. Clinic-based role with regular interaction with patients and providers. Requires some evenings and weekend availability. Standing, walking, and light lifting may be required.

Compensation & Growth

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Opportunity for advancement into full-time or leadership roles as the clinic grows.
• Ongoing training in Medi-Weightloss protocols, sales systems, and patient engagement.

Pay

$25-$30/hr