Clinical Dietitian 2 at University of Miami, Florida

Clinical Dietician

The University of Miami, Human Genetics Department, is seeking a full-time Clinical Dietician to work on-site in Miami, FL. The Clinical Dietitian 2 promotes good dietary health and treats medical conditions by devising eating plans for patients based on the science of nutrition. The Clinical Dietitian 2 formulates and executes programs and materials to educate people about nutrition coordinates, plans, and conducts programs to educate patients about nutrition. The Clinical Dietitian 2 administers medical nutrition therapy and advises food service operations for assigned healthcare facilities.

• Meets directly with patients to identify nutritional needs.
• Identifies ways to improve the care of patients and makes recommendations to appropriate staff.
• Performs research and recommends ways to expand and improve nutrition programs.
• Evaluates the effects of meal plans and revises the plans when appropriate.
• Plans menus and inspects food to ensure portions adhere to set restrictions and dietary standards.
• Assesses patients' nutritional status and develops individualized nutritional plans.
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Assists in managing family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patients' care.
• Triages patients to determine the urgency of physician evaluation. Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Collaborates with the development of educational materials.
• Identifies and accounts for specific ethnic, cultural, and religious needs.
• Responds to, resolves, and follows up regarding patient inquiries or concerns.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Department Specific Functions

• Provide individual assessment and counseling, encompassing the full spectrum of nutrition care for pediatric and adult patients with inborn errors of metabolism (lEM)
• Provide timely and effective communication, documentation and follow up with clinic faculty and staff regarding provision of nutrition care plans and follow up
• Document anthropometric measurements, nutrition-related data collection, diet analysis, meal studies, menu development, and nutrition education of patients (and their parents) in the Electronic Medical record and long-term care database.
• Provide assistance to the Genetics team and patient (and their families) while patients are admitted to the hospital
• Follow up with patients with inborn errors of metabolism and other genetic disorders in clinical setting, as needed
• Respond to patient questions and provide results of laboratory testing via phone consults
• Educate medical students, pediatric residents, and genetics fellows on metabolic nutrition
• Ensure patients' formula and medication refills are sent in a timely manner

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. Core Qualifications Bachelor's degree in relevant field requiredMinimum 3 years of relevant experience requiredValid State of Florida Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) license required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.