SUMMARY:
The Bariatric Behavioral Coach provides behavioral health evaluations for the bariatric surgery patient and provides formal written evaluation as part of a multidisciplinary team. Additionally, may provide support for patients participating in medical weight loss programming as deemed appropriate. The Behavioral Coach continues to offer behavioral/lifestyle coaching to patients pre- and post-operatively to promote safe, favorable outcomes. The Behavioral Coach assesses patients using relevant screening tools and evaluation methods to determine patients' suitability for bariatric surgery per ASMBS and Metabolic Center program guidelines, adapting to meet age-specific, gender, cultural and other needs as applicable. The Behavioral Coach screens for special needs and accommodates as applicable within multidisciplinary team. Reviews and screens patient information, medical records, conducts interviews, evaluates, and sets behavioral/lifestyle goals collaboratively with patient. Makes recommendations for further behavioral health evaluation and treatment in the community as needed. Utilizes recommended guidelines for health interventions for chronic disease and obesity that align with bariatric program guidelines. Provides documentation in a professional and timely manner and coordinates with appropriate team members. Engages in program social media site, per scope of practice in a professional capacity. Develops and facilitates support groups for patients.
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