Clinical Dietitian or Sr Clinical Dietitian - Gastroenterology Clinic - Part Time

This position coordinates the nutritional care of patients. The clinical dietitian completes nutritional assessments, prepares nutrition care plans, recommends nutritional therapies, and monitors the effectiveness of nutritional care. They provide nutrition education to promote improved health, follow standard practices, and comply with regulatory requirements. The dietitian also participates in community education, marketing, public relations efforts, committee meetings, in‑services and continuing education programs. SR Clinical Dietitian Requirements Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field; completion of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved Standards of Education. Work Experience: 3 years clinical work experience. Certifications: Registered Dietitian through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status within the state of practice; advanced certification recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Clinical Dietitian Requirements Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field. Work Experience: None required; preferred - 1 year clinical work experience with knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition screening and support principles, and modified diets. Certifications: Registered Dietitian status with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; current licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist status with LBEDN; preferred - certification in specialty area. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role, and keyboard usage. Strong interpersonal skills. Substantial knowledge of normal and therapeutic nutrition, nutrition support principles, counseling techniques, teaching and presentation skills. Excellent analytical skills to assess nutritional status and develop appropriate care plans based on problems identified. Excellent organization and prioritization skills to meet frequent deadlines. Ability to travel throughout facility. Job Duties Assists in the day-to-day operations of the department such as training new employees, resolving issues, and improving processes. Assesses patients' nutritional needs and prepares nutritional care plans. Provides nutritional education and counseling to patients. Documents records completely and accurately. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style. Other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area and may be exposed to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Roselle Center for Healing