Clinical Dietitian

UVM Health Network - Alice Hyde Medical Center; Town of Malone (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

UVM Health Network - Alice Hyde Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide essential nutrition services to residents and patients across various areas of the healthcare system. The role involves maintaining compliance with health regulations, handling nutritional care, and supporting foodservice staff. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in food, nutrition, or dietetics, and be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. A solid opportunity to contribute to patient care and wellness in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian or registration pending with Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Certification with New York State Department of Education as Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nutrition services to nursing home and assisted living residents.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and act as a liaison among staff.

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in food, nutrition or dietetics

Job description

A $10,000 sign-on bonus (subject to applicable taxes)is available for this position! Paid out at 1st paycheck, 6 months, and 1 year. Please note that current UVM Health employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus.

MAIN FUNCTION

Primary function is to provide clinical nutrition services to residents of the nursing home and assisted living program, and patients in the hospital, cardiac rehab, cancer center, outpatients, and any/all other areas of the medical center as needed. Under the supervision of the AVP of Support and Professional Services, the Clinical Dietitian is responsible for the day-to-day nutritional care of our residents and patients and providing clinical support to our foodservice employees. The clinical dietitian will be expected to maintain knowledge and compliance with The Joint Commission, New York State Department of Health, CMS, and all other regulatory agencies as applicable. The clinical dietitian acts as a liaison between the providers, nurses, and foodservice staff.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's or advanced degree from a college or university with a major in food, nutrition or dietetics. Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian or registration pending (Course requirements & internship completed; CDR exam pending). Certification with New York State Department of Education as Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist preferred.