Clinical Nutritionist - Part Time Temporary - Includes Weekend Hours

TH Clinical Nutritionist IV

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Clinical Nutritionist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Duties of a TH Clinical Nutritionist may include the following but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement nutrition care plan based on assessment of nutritional needs, performance of nutrition-focused physical nutrition assessment, current nutrition-related problems.
• Consult with physicians and other health-care professionals concerning patient's nutritional care with recommendations for appropriate nutritional therapy.
• Counsel individuals and families in nutritional principles, meal planning, nutritional supplement or special products selection.
• Refer patient to other professionals for proper financial assistance and psychosocial intervention.
• Communicate nutritional problems, diet history and nutritional data through documentation to meet accreditation and regulatory agency's standards.
• Participate in patient care meetings, other health care team rounds, conferences and assigned committees.
• Provide in-depth nutritional evaluation and follow-up continuity care for assigned patients.
• Develop educational materials to assist in patient education and management of diet related problems.
• Mentor and supervise interns/students as assigned.
• Attend professional meetings and continuing educational programs that are required for maintaining registration status.
• Responsible to adhering to and demonstrating SBUH mission, vision and values.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required: BS or BA Nutrition, Dietetics or related field, Registered Dietitian or BS or BA Nutrition, Dietetics or related field that has completed the ACEND accredited Dietetic Internship and passes the RD exam within 3 months of hire. Demonstrates ability to conduct a nutrition focused physical exam. Preferred: Recent teaching hospital experience. Excellent communication skills.

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services* Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen* Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Anticipated Pay Range: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $75,958 - $96,334 Base **Prorated back to .5 FTE The above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate's validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.