Dietitian - Dialysis Center

Description :Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000

Job Summary - Responsible for all aspects of the Nutrition Care Process. Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy to patients in accordance with The Dietitian Practice Act and National Standards of Care as identified by professional Dietetic and Nutrition Support Organizations. Implement appropriate patient-centered nutrition interventions and goals. Leads the patient care team in development and implementation of nutrition plan of care. Communicate with patients, patient family members and other members of the health care team in a timely, professional and effective manner. Provide guidance in The Nutrition Care Process and manage per Provider ordered protocols the delivery of Medical Nutrition Therapy. Includes managing per Provider orders and/or protocols the provision of specialized nutrition support for clients receiving home nutrition support therapies. Act as a patient liaison to coordinate care with internal and external members of the interdisciplinary team. Precept Dietetic Interns. Assist in quality improvement initiatives to support departmental and organizational goals. Develop and provide educational programs for clients, students, employee and community audiences. Education:

• Required: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Required: Master's degree in nutrition, dietetics or related field; graduate after January 2024

Experience:

• Preferred: 1-2 years clinical experience
• Preferred: Experience in application of Nutrition Diagnostics and Nutrition Focused Physical Exam
• Preferred: Experience in provision of specialized nutrition support

Skills:

• Reading, writing, mathematic calculations pertinent to position, computer skills
• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups
• Able to follow direction and work congenially as a team player
• Able to sit or stand for long periods of time

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Required: Registered Dietitian with applicable State Licensure
• Required: Maintains Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Required: Maintains applicable State Licensure
• Preferred: Board certification in advanced specialty practice L.E. Cox Medical Centers