Registered Dietitian

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin. BETTER TOGETHER

1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week. This position will split its time each week between the Capitol Clinic and Hatchery Hill Clinic to provide patient care.

The Registered Dietitian provides evidence-based medical nutrition therapy (MNT), nutrition education, and behavior change counseling to GHC-SCW members across the continuum of care. Services are provided through individual visits, group education, telehealth, and other outreach programs to promote health, prevent disease, and improve management of acute and chronic medical conditions.

They collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to develop individualized nutrition care plans, support chronic disease management, and improve patient outcomes. This position also participates in community outreach, program development, and creation of patient education resources.

GHC-SCW is a quality driven cooperative built on collaboration, community involvement, innovation, and belonging. In dedication to the health and well-being of our employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, along with paid parental leave, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. Additional benefits include a flexible spending account, employee assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, eyewear discounts, and more. Check us out by clicking on Many Talents, One Mission! The Benefits of Working at GHC-SCW.

Job Specific Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Nutrition Sciences or Dietetics required. Master's degree in nutrition or working towards Master's is preferred.
2. Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required. Wisconsin certification as a dietitian, or eligibility to obtain certification, required.
3. Certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator is desirable.
4. The ability to travel between GHC-SCW locations and community sites as needed.
5. Minimum of two (2) years of experience with providing individual medical nutrition therapy and group teaching is preferred.
   
   1. Experience in a clinical outpatient setting preferred.
   2. Experience working with a pediatric population is desirable
   3. Experience working with patients with eating disorders is preferred.
   
   
   
   
   
6. Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating nutrition education programs preferred.
7. Knowledge of evidence-based medical nutrition therapy for the prevention and management of chronic health conditions, including but not limited to prediabetes, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, dyslipidemia, pregnancy, and weight management.
8. Knowledge of basic counseling skills required. Including motivational interviewing and behavior change strategies, with the ability to provide culturally responsive, patient-centered care to diverse populations.
9. Strong written communication skills with experience developing, reviewing, and evaluating patient education materials using health literacy principles.
10. Knowledge of HIPPA regulations and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.
11. Proficiency with electronic health records (Epic preferred), virtual visit platforms, and Microsoft Office Applications.
12. Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
13. Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team while building effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
14. Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed and perform the essential functions of the position, including computer use, frequent communication by phone and in person, and occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The incumbent knows and abides by all Group Health Cooperative of South-Central Wisconsin (GHC-SCW) organizational and departmental policies, sets personal standards and strives for high quality work in completing assignments, performs job duties in a timely manner, and represents the organization in a positive manner. The incumbent understands our Mission, Vision, and Common Values (stated below) and is committed to promote these values in behavior and attitude.

Our Mission Statement: We partner with members and the communities we serve to maximize health and well-being.

Our Vision: As a local, not-for-profit, member-owned Cooperative, we are the most trusted resource for lifelong health and well-being in the communities we serve.

Our Values

• We are a not-for-profit Cooperative
• We are member-centered
• We are equitable and inclusive
• We are quality-driven
• We are innovative
• We are community involved

We believe

Healthcare is a human right.

In treating all people with dignity and respect.

There is strength in diversity.

Equity celebrates our humanity.

We are better together.

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. GHC-SCW considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.