Dietitian - Outpatient

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides comprehensive nutrition assessments and develops care plans for outpatients. Plans special diets and instructs patients/significant other in principles of nutrition and modifications of normal diet to maximize the patient’s education and motivation to address their specific nutritional issues. Will possess typical knowledge and skills of nutrition care principles for acutely or chronically ill patients within specialty areas (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular, oncology, renal, surgical, nutrition support). Will provide care within JCAHO and ADA standards to maximize the quality of inpatient and outpatient care.Will plan and adapt informational/educational materials, menus, etc. for specific patient groups.May be asked to attend interdisciplinary care rounds.Will participate in the orientation and training of new employees and dietetic students.Will utilize the Meditech computerized system.Will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients, as needed. Excellent communication and counseling skills.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

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• Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition required.
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• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
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• Licensure in the State of preferred.
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COMPETENCIES:

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• Must be able to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language.
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• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple work sites; and travel is required in order to perform essential duties.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.