Outpatient Clinical Dietitian
US-ID-Meridian
careers
Req #: 104342
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: Our patients represent diverse backgrounds, and so do we! We cultivate a workplace atmosphere that celebrates the distinct strengths, backgrounds, and perspectives of our employees. This philosophy is integral to our exceptional patient-centered care. Through fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive culture, we aim to provide outstanding patient experiences and establish a resilient work environment. Join our team as a Clinical Dietitian in our NEW Pharmfit Clinic in Meridian, ID! Sign on Bonus Eligible What You Can Expect From This Role: * Full Time, Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays!! * Collaborative team-work alongside experienced healthcare professionals * Meaningful work-help patients achieve real and lasting health improvements * In House continuing education available * Funds available for staff education * Full Benefits with hospital contribution Qualifications: * Education: Accredited program in alignment with licensure requirements * Licenses/Certifications: Current Registered or Licensed Dietitian in state of practice Preferred CDCES along with experience in weight loss and knowledge of GLP-1 medications In this exciting position, you'll collaborate closely with pharmacists to support patients using GLP-1 medications on their journey to better health. You'll provide personalized one-on-one consultations and lead educational classes, empowering patients to make sustainable lifestyle changes for long-term success. This is your opportunity to be part of a groundbreaking program that combines expert medical guidance with nutritional education to create life-changing results! Responsibilities: The Clinical Dietitian 2, under minimal supervision, works closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide nutrition care that is integrated and compatible with patient/client-focused medical goals and objectives following the Nutrition Care Process (NCP). * Conducts nutrition care in accordance with the Nutrition Care Process while maintaining time guidelines according to hospital policy. * Identifies patient nutrition status and nutritional needs using established standards of care and practice guidelines. * Determines priorities for care through assessment, planning, intervention, and monitoring/evaluation. * Provides patient and staff education on Nutrition Care in an evidence-based manner using approved education materials. * May conduct nutrition focused physical examinations to support nutrition diagnosis, make referrals to others within and outside the organization as necessary, or order/change therapeutic diets and supplements per hospital policy. * May lead and mentor others acting as first point of escalation. May participate in interview, training and onboarding process as needed. Participate in performance improvement initiatives as needed. * May assist Clinical Nutrition Manager with department operations and performance improvement initiatives. * Handles moderately complex issues using knowledge of procedures and policies. Refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. * Obtains and maintains credentials, privileges, and competency for all applicable clinical areas, as administered by Medical Staff Services. * Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: * Education: Accredited program in alignment with licensure requirements * Experience: 2 year's experience * Licenses/Certifications: Current Registered or Licensed Dietitian in state of practice and Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
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