Registered Dietitian - Hospitality

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Department:

OPS | NUTRI Inpatient Nutrition

Summary of Job Duties:

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutritional care individually and as part of an interdisciplinary outpatient care team. The Registered Dietitian is responsible for educating patients, family, professional staff and students/interns. The Registered Dietitian works under the general direction and is responsible to the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead position.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications - Registered Dietitian

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
• Registered Dietitian (RD)
• Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Arkansas
• Completion of a dietetic internship
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Interviewing candidates with all levels of experience - Nutrition, LD & RD

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical experience
• Registered Dietitian and Licensed by the State of Arkansas preferred

Registered Dietitian II

• RD, LD
• 1-year clinical experience

Registered Dietitian III

• Master's degree required or Specialty Certification required
• Precepts dietetic interns in the UAMS internship program
• 2+ years' experience

Registered Dietitian IV

• 4 + years' experience
• Masters required
• Specialty Certification required

Additional Information:

Responsibilities: Assessing the nutritional needs of the patient and making recommendations to meet those needs. Documentation in the electronic medical record. Education of family, students and other professional staff. Teaching, discussing with medical staff and other caregivers the patient needs. Clerical and office duties. Presentations outside the hospital as required. Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Benefits Eligible:

No

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