Clinical Dietitian 2 REMOTE

REMOTE Clinical Dietitian II Vasicek Cancer Center, Temple, TX Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The Clinical Dietitian II provides nutrition therapy and education to patients, families, and the community. Performs nutritional assessments of patients and develops care plans. Develops and conducts educational and in‑service training programs. Participates in multidisciplinary patient rounds and case conferences. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts patient nutrition assessments for low and high acuity patients. This includes both inpatient and outpatient care. Utilizes assessment techniques considering age‑specific needs and cultural, religious, and ethnic concerns. Provide timely documentation summarizing the nutrition care plan in the patient’s medical record. Include nutrition assessment, diagnosis, plan, implementation, and progress toward goals. Assesses educational needs and identifies barriers to learning. Provides nutrition counseling for individuals and groups, considering necessary teaching method adaptations. Educates both low and high acuity patients within practice scope. Facilitates education to ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards in the Food and Nutrition Department, if applicable. Evaluates achievement of learning targets by the patient and family. Provides follow‑up based on the patient’s treatment goals. Refers patient for outpatient counseling, community, or home health services, as appropriate. Conducts ongoing evaluations for a correct nutritional diagnosis of the patient’s problems and progress. Maintains safety and professional standards. Interacts with medical and food staff to ensure medical nutrition therapy conformance. Interacts effectively with teams to provide integrated patient care compatible with medical and nutritional goals. Runs team conferences and provides food and nutrition‑related in‑services to other medical staff as required. Assists in developing nutritional care and research protocols. Participates in quality assurance by helping develop patient care criteria and examining actual care delivered. Participates in organizing and executing health fairs and other related community events. Assists in the development, research, and revision of facility policies. Key Success Factors Accountable for the proper use of patient protected health information. Ability to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and customer service concerns. Ability to give clear, concise, and complete education and instructions. Works well in a patient‑centered environment as an integral team player. Ability to adjust communication style for different audiences. Caring listener, sensitive, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious, and tactful. Ability to calm upset patients with a composed and professional demeanor. Licensed Registered Dietitian preferred. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Experience: 2 Years of Experience Certification/License/Registration Registered Dietitians (RD) As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baylor Scott & White Health