PRE-REGISTERED DIETITIAN

Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero Pre‑Registered Dietitian – Part Time Salary: $4,499.00 – $5,832.00 per month (part‑time). Applicants not hired into any open RD positions will receive the minimum salary for this classification or the minimum of an alternate range when applicable. Job Description and Duties The Pre‑Registered Dietitian will be supervised by a Registered Dietitian in Nutrition Services and will perform the following duties: Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation Completes nutrition assessments utilizing the Nutrition Care Process for each assigned patient. Attends and consults with members of the treatment and interdisciplinary team. Initiates a more intensive MNT plan for patients identified at higher nutritional risk. Monitors and evaluates effectiveness of nutrition interventions and outcomes. Maintains current patient profile information on assigned patients. Under the supervision of a Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Therapy Plan Implementation Implements nutrition interventions in collaboration with the treatment/interdisciplinary team. Communicates to Nutrition Services staff and monitors the individualized patient meal/nourishment plans. Provides consultation to unit staff and patients as problems or questions arise regarding MNT. Participates in department meetings, professional practice groups and hospital committees. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Working Conditions The Pre‑Registered Dietitian is a temporary appointment classification. All appointments in this class are made on a temporary basis and are not to exceed six (6) months. May apply for open, permanent Registered Dietitian positions when minimum qualifications have been met. This position requires working within the Secured Treatment Area (STA). Minimum Requirements Minimum requirements are described in the Class Specification. Benefits Medical Benefits (health, dental, and vision) Work life balance (some positions qualify for flexible work hours and schedules, and a minimum of 10 days of paid leave annually – specific accrual rates can be found on the state website) Paid Holidays and leave (family medical leave, military leave, etc.) Defined benefit retirement program with CalPERS Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457) School loan forgiveness under federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Commute Program Employee Wellness Program (discounts to health clubs) Employee Assistance Program Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts ScholarShare (college savings account) On‑the‑job training and professional development Most positions qualify for annual raises until you reach the maximum salary for that position, subject to meeting performance standards Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. #J-18808-Ljbffr