PACE Licensed Dietitian

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The PACE Licensed Dietician (LD) is a mission-driven role focused on improving the health and quality of life for older adults participating in the PACE Program. The role of the LD is to function as a key member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and work with PACE participants to provide nutritional interventions and education. The role coordinates the dietary services of the Day Health Center and works with participants of high medical complexity in collaboration with primary care practitioners to optimize quality of life, while honoring what matters most.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments of participants to identify their dietary needs and preferences across the continuum, including occasionally visiting home and community settings.

• Actively participate in the IDT by offering clinical expertise in team planning, problem-solving, and processes.

• Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans to address participants’ health conditions and dietary goals.

• Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions, and current health plans to develop and implement dietary care plans and provide nutritional counseling.

• Advise participants and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation in a manner which honors goal-concordant care.

• Provide education and counseling to participants, families, and caregivers on healthy eating habits and nutrition management to improve their quality of life, including but not limited to: diabetes education, heart failure education, renal disease education, and blood glucose and fluid management.

• Promote wellness and increase awareness and understanding of self-management.

• Inspect meals served for conformance to prescribed diets and standards of palatability and appearance.

• Coordinate recipe development, work with food vendors, and standardize and develop new menus for food service operations to meet the needs of participants.

• Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, physician associates, nurses, social workers, and therapists, to provide integrated care.

• Accurately document in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in a timely manner Provide all services in a manner consistent with State and Federal regulatory requirements.

• Serve on various internal and external committees as required or designated.

• Participate in team meetings, caregiver groups, and special events as needed.

• Foster a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of healthcare professionals.

Supporting Responsibilities:

• Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations.

• Follow privacy policy and HIPAA laws and regulations concerning confidentiality and security of protected health information.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUCCESS PROFILE

Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical nutrition, community nutrition, or foodservice management is required. At least 1 year of experience working with geriatric or frail populations, is required. Experience in PACE or other Long-Term Care, Services, and Supports settings is preferred.

Education, Certificates, Licenses: A Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, Food Systems Management, or a related field is required. Candidates must hold an Oregon Licensed Dietician (LD) credential. Certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) is preferred. Nationally recognized credentials as a Registered Dietician (RD) or Registered Dietician Nutritionist (RDN) is preferred. A valid CPR certification is required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Knowledge: Employee(s) must have the ability to work effectively with individuals who have diverse health issues, concerns, and personalities. They should be proficient in accurately documenting case notes, assessments, contacts, and writing letters that may become part of legal records. Excellent organizational skills and experience with various computer software applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, are recommended. The capability to work independently with minimal supervision is required, along with exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong active listening skills are also necessary.

Each member of the PACE organization's staff that has direct contact with participants must meet the following conditions:

• Be legally authorized (for example, currently licensed, registered or certified if applicable) to practice in the State in which he or she performs the function or action.

• Only act within the scope of his or her authority to practice.

• Have 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population

• Meet a standardized set of competencies for the specific position description established by the PACE organization before working independently.

• Be medically cleared for communicable diseases before engaging in direct participant contact.

Competencies

• Adaptability

• Building Customer Loyalty

• Building Strategic Work Relationships

• Building Trust

• Continuous Improvement

• Contributing to Team Success

• Planning and Organizing

• Work Standards

Environment: Work inside in a general office setting with ergonomically configured equipment. Travel is required approximately 20% of the time.

Skills:

Compensation Disclaimer

The wage range provided reflects the full range for this position. The maximum amount listed represents the highest possible salary for the role and should not be interpreted as a typical starting wage. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, and internal equity. Please note that the stated range is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of any specific salary within that range.

Base Range:

$70,950.00 - $106,424.99

Our Values

We live and breathe our values. In fact, our culture is driven by these seven core values which guide us in how we do business:

• We are committed to doing the right thing.

• We are one team working toward a common goal.

• We are each responsible for customer service.

• We practice open communication at all levels of the company to foster individual, team and company growth.

• We actively participate in efforts to improve our many communities-internally and externally.

• We actively work to advance social justice, equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace, the healthcare system and community.

• We encourage creativity, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

Physical Requirements: Stoop and bend. Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while performing core job functions. Repetitive motions to include typing, sorting and filing. Light lifting and carrying of files and business materials. Ability to read and comprehend both written and spoken English. Communicate clearly and effectively.

Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position and is subject to change. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employment remains AT-WILL at all times.