Registered Clinical Dietician (RD) - Pediatric Gastroenterology

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Registered Clinical Dietician 

 

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Performs as a member of the interdisciplinary team responsible for the design, coordination and implementation of medical nutritional therapy and education of patients/clients in accordance with established standards of care.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilizes Nutrition Care Process as recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and in accordance with organizational Standards of Care guidelines for Screening and Assessment.

• Adheres to practice standards established by local, state, and national agencies.

• Serves as a liaison between providers and ancillary support services.

• May develop curriculum for nutrition classes and teach group classes as required by the clinical area of care.

• Provides nutrition counseling and/or education to patients and/or caregivers based on assessment of individual learning needs.

• Provides nutrition expertise to healthcare professionals in establishing standards of patient care

• Participate in clinical and interdisciplinary communication, meetings, task forces, and projects.

• May provide supervised learning experiences for dietetic interns when appropriate.

• In an outpatient setting, provides disease specific, nutrition education and counseling, including Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) services.

• Participates in performance improvement programs related to patient care and service; may participate in research protocols and development of clinical pathways in assigned area(s) of responsibility, and committees as assigned.

• Maintains a high level of competency and professional development related to nutrition trends, research, policy, certifications, and Standards of Practice.

• Participates in the development of performance objectives with emphasis on an area of specialization as appropriate.

• May participate in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational activities and participants’ needs. Demonstrates effective classroom and 1:1 clinical teaching skills.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

State specific requirements for Certified Registered Dietician (CDR) and Licensure • VA - Certified Registered Dietician (CDR) (required), no licensure required Certification in Renal Nutrition, Oncology Nutrition, Geriatric Nutrition, Certified Specialist of Obesity & Weight Management (CSOWM), or is a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) (preferred)

Work Experience

Prior dietitian experience (preferred)

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

SPed-Pediatric Gastroenterology - Provider Based

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.