Clinical Dietitian | Dietary General | Part Time | Day Shift

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a Clinical Dietitian to enhance patient nutritional care. This role involves planning, organizing, and evaluating nutritional therapy while collaborating with various medical departments. The successful candidate will educate patients and families on dietary modifications, ensuring adherence to nutritional guidelines. With a commitment to excellence, the Clinical Dietitian will also participate in staff training and continuous education. Join a leading medical center renowned for its advanced care and dedication to patient health, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; must obtain Florida license within 6 months.
• Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate patient nutritional care and therapy.
• Monitor nutritional health and educate patients and families.
• Engage in staff training and departmental committees.

Skills

Nutritional Counseling

Patient Education

Nutritional Assessment

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CBORD

STAR

Citrix

Job description

Overview

The primary responsibility of the Clinical Dietitian is to plan, organize, direct and evaluate all phases of patient nutritional care, including patient therapy and education. Other responsibilities include monitoring the nutritional health of patients to see that dietary recommendations are being followed, encouraging patients to eat and counseling patients and families on nutritional modifications. The Clinical Dietitian proactively works with all related departments (medical, nursing, pharmacy, etc.) conducting nutritional screenings and assessments, and prepares plans and evaluation techniques according to the standards of care. In addition, the Clinical Dietitian is involved with staff training, orientation of new dietitians, continuing education and representing UF Health Central Florida professionally and ethically as required.

Non-Essential duties may include Filling in other roles/positions as necessary or any other duties as assigned by a manager.

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates knowledge of CBORD, STAR and Citrix computer systems
2. Communicates effectively with all staff Assists in maintaining accreditation standards of The Joint Commission.
3. Demonstrates compliance with all HCAHPS behaviors to allow patients and families to have an excellent hospital experience.
4. Completes assigned work as scheduled in allotted time frame.
5. Engages in departmental/hospital committees, PI projects, educational offerings to peers, mentoring/precepting of new team members.
6. Attends Staff Meetings, completes all required competencies and mandatory education as assigned.
7. Seeks training, educational, certification and enhancement in area focus/specialty.
8. Demonstrates behavior standards that enhance positive interactions with physicians, peers, patients and family members.
9. Completes other duties as requested/assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Must obtain Florida license within 6 months of employment
• Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics