Clinical Dietitian

Western Michigan University; Kalamazoo, Oakland Park (MI, FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide expert nutrition care to diverse patients. This role involves assessing nutrition needs, developing tailored care plans, and educating patients and their families on dietary guidelines. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and education. If you are passionate about nutrition and eager to make a difference in patient care, this opportunity offers a rewarding environment to grow your skills and impact lives positively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required.
• Experience in diabetes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition care and education to patients and families.
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans based on assessments.
• Evaluate patient progress and communicate with the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Education

Nutritional Care Recommendations

Communication Skills

Time Management

Medical Terminology

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Nutrition or Dietetics

Certification by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is recruiting for a Clinical Dietitian. Responsible for providing sound nutrition care for a variety of patients and their support persons, including the diagnosis of diabetes. In providing sound nutrition care, the dietitian serves as a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team and assesses nutrition needs; develops and implements nutrition care plans; evaluates and reports the results appropriately; interprets, evaluates and utilizes pertinent and current research related to nutrition care; and coordinates activities according to department policies and procedures and the goals for the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Patient Education (includes classes)
• Assessing Learning Needs of Patients / Families
  • Evaluates adequacy of diet for meeting general dietary guidelines
• Planning and Implementing the Educational Process
  • Develop individualized teaching plan with patients / families.
  • Schedule appropriate learning experiences.
  • Complete one to one session with patients / families.
  • Conduct group classes as needed.
  • Refer patients / families as indicated.
  • Prescribes nutritional care recommendations that are age and disease specific.
  • Provide feedback to patients / families regarding progress throughout the programs.
  • Communicate with multidisciplinary team through the Electronic Medical Record.
• Evaluating the Outcomes
  • Evaluate patients / families progress frequently during the teaching process.
  • Obtain feedback from patients / families regarding comprehension of material.
  • Provide feedback to patients / families regarding progress throughout the programs.
  • Provide additional assistance and make appropriate referrals.
  • Submit proper documentation for billing.
  • Send letter with patient records to referring physician.
• Availability to work on weekends or evenings to complete time sensitive projects.
• Acquires knowledge for new technology and policy/procedure revisions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Nutrition or Dietetics is required.
• Registration from The American Dietetic Association is required.
• Experience in diabetes preferred.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licenses, registrations, and certifications required at time of hire: Obtain a minimum of sixteen hours of training / preparation in the ADA / MDCH Diabetes Self-Management Education Program Standards in one year, and certification by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (CDE) when eligible.
• BLS preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to review program education standards (nutrition) provided by ADA / MDCH and assist in maintaining and updating the current manual.
• Able to perform duties independently, with a minimal need for direct supervision.
• Knowledge and proficiency in word processing and file management using Word and other software as required by the department.
• Knowledge and proficiency in grammar and spelling skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing.
• Ability to meet assigned deadlines.
• Ability to interpret, comprehend and transmit complicated and detailed instructions accurately.
• Ability to operate automated standard office equipment such as multi-line phone system, transcription equipment, copier, fax machine, shredder, etc.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of work flow.