Registered Dietician

Job Title Registered Dietician Reports To Chief Medical Officer Department General Medicine / Diabetes Clinic Position Overview Provides comprehensive nutritional care to patients identified with special needs and/or those who meet nutritional risk criteria. Provides nutritional care which includes patient assessment and reassessment, patient and family education, interdisciplinary communication, nutritional plan of care development, and documentation of all interventions in accordance with policy and acceptable practice standards. Acts as a competent clinician who provides clinical care in a skilled and effective manner, utilizing appropriate technical and decision‑making skills. Duties & Responsibilities Completes dietary assessment, writes Progress Notes in the patient’s E.H.R., including counseling, food substitutions and diet instructions provided to the patient or any pertinent impressions of the patient’s ability to cope and/or acceptance of the diet modification. Determines dietary needs of patients from information gathered from patients chart in consultation with medical staff, and other sources. Calculates special diets ordered by physicians. Calculates weighted diets for patients whose intake must be specifically limited. Observes, analyzes, and records diet program and patient response to diets served to evaluate effectiveness of dietary program, to determine necessary diet changes or supplementary feeding, and to provide dietary information for related medical purposes. Communicates directly with the patient’s PCP via the NextGen E.H.R. to ensure care coordination. Undertakes continuous self‑improvement, attending applicable training, seminars, in‑services and educational classes to maintain skills competency and current knowledge for standard of care and effective practices. Responsible for following all agency safety and health standards, regulations, procedures, policies and practices. Identifies, initiates and implements measures to deliver high quality care to patients and improve services. Responds efficiently and timely to all patient and provider staff needs and inquiries. Ensures excellent customer service to all FHCCGLA patients. Works with the operations managers to manage patient scheduling and flow to address bottlenecks, scheduling issues, etc. Handles patient grievances according to FHCCGLA’s Policy & Procedure. Assists in developing, updating and reviewing FHCCGLA Policies & Procedures (P&P’s) as needed. Ensures HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of all patient data and E.H.R./Practice Management System (PMS) according to regulations and FHCCGLA’s P&P’s. Counsels patients regarding normal and therapeutic dietary needs. Confers regularly and periodically with the C.M.O. to review progress, exchange information and discuss future goals. Assists in planning menus and nourishment lists as needed for conformity with dietary policies and standards based on the patient’s primary diagnosis (diabetes, overweight, hypertension, etc.). Develops and conducts in-service training for personnel when appropriate. Assists in the development of applicable sections of FHCCGLA’s policy & procedure manual related to nutrition. Oversight of the Nutrition portion of FHCCGLA’s Diabetes Program. Trains incoming/future Registered Dietitian new hires. Creates educational materials for Diabetes Programs. Provides nutritional component of the Hypertension Management Program for patients. May be required to submit written monthly reports to C.M.O. Practices confidentiality regarding all client related matters. Attends the following meetings and training sessions: Mandatory Quarterly Staff Meeting/Trainings (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct), Corporate Risk Management Meeting (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct) as needed, Clinical & Operations Meeting as needed, Meetings with FHCCGLA’s Executive Leadership as needed, Other pertinent meetings as scheduled. Remains informed of current legal and regulatory changes, specific programs/payors, all applicable policies & procedures. Conducts group sessions for patients. Performs all other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition or dietetics. Current CPR Certification – required to be kept up to date. FQHC experience, highly preferred. Excellent analytical skills. Motivation to take initiative to ensure all tasks performed are completed thoroughly and accurately. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of administrative principles and procedures. Computer knowledge preferred (e.g., NextGen (E.H.R. & PMS), Microsoft Word and Excel). Bilingual English/Spanish and familiarity with the Hispanic culture. Access to automobile with valid California driver’s license and state mandated automobile insurance. Work schedule may include evenings, overtime, and weekends as needed. Ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure of deadlines. Motivated and committed to the provision of high‑quality healthcare for indigent and underserved communities. Willingness to adapt to changes with regards to the agency’s growth and expansion. At least three (3) years of management experience in acute care hospital. Experience in acute psychiatric hospital, highly desirable. Registered Dietitian Certification by the Commission of Dietetic Registration (the Credentialing Agency for the American Dietetic Association). Additional Eligibility Qualifications Ability to work well with others in a professional and team‑oriented environment. Well‑developed interpersonal skills, friendly personality and able to motivate staff by promoting teamwork. Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religion and economic status. Excellent communication skills. Willingness to travel. Strong planning and organizational skills. Problem analysis and critical thinking skills. Excellent customer service skills. Commitment to the mission and vision of Family Health Care Centers of Greater Los Angeles, Inc. NextGen E.H.R. experience, preferred. Transportation required (may need to travel to other FHCCGLA clinic sites or attend meetings). Benefits Vision Benefit – MetLife Plan. AFLAC Benefits. Medical Benefits – FHCCGLA pays 100% of employee’s Kaiser, Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net and United Health Care coverage (HMO Plan) subject to change during open enrollment. 403(b) – Through Mutual of America, the company matches up to 5% of employee’s salary. Dental Benefit – MetLife Only (HMO/PPO Plan). 11 Holidays Observed. 2 Floating Holidays. 1 Birthday Holiday. Life Insurance – Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long‑term Disability. 7 Paid Sick Leave – 56 hours Full‑Time. Paid Sick Leave – 40 hours Part‑Time and Per‑Diem. Employee Assistance Program. 2 weeks’ Vacation. Provider Benefits – Registered Dietician – $600.00 annually and 2 Paid CME days. License Reimbursement – Medical License, DEA licenses, BLS. Possible student loan repayment for providers – HRSA, HWDD, LA CARE, OSHPS HPEF. Salary $80,344.00 – $82,742.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr Family Health Care Centers of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.