Clinical Dietitian - Eating Disorder and General NICU/Pediatrics

CHOC; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC in Mission Viejo, California, seeks a Clinical Dietitian I to provide age-appropriate nutrition care within a family-centered framework. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team and apply pediatric nutrition knowledge to guide medical nutrition therapy.

You will serve as a resource for medical staff and community providers, delivering evidence-based nutrition care while aligning with licensure requirements and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 12-week Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited dietetic internship in an acute care setting.
• One year of clinical nutrition experience; pediatrics preferred.
• Successful completion of the RD registration exam within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate nutrition care with a family-centered approach.
• Serve as a resource for medical staff, nursing, and community providers.
• Apply pediatric nutrition knowledge and medical nutrition therapy to deliver evidence-based care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Promote safe care within licensure and hospital regulations and support hospital systems.

Skills

Family-centered care

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Safety/regulatory adherence

Education

Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Registration exam to become a Registered Dietitian

Job description

Work Location

Mission Viejo, California

Work Shift

Day - 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

Job Summary

The Clinical Dietitian I provides age appropriate nutrition care with an emphasis on family centered care through competent practice, education, and consultation; participates as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team. This individual serves as a resource for the medical and nursing staff, ancillary team members and community providers. Will utilize clinical practice & knowledge of pediatric nutrition, the nutrition care process, & medical nutrition therapy to provide evidence-based nutrition care.

Pay Range

Minimum $70,949 Midpoint $94,037 Maximum $117,062

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required: Completion of a minimum of twelve (12) weeks Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited dietetic internship in an acute care setting.

• Preferred: One year of clinical nutrition experience, pediatrics preferred.

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Dietetics or Nutrition related field from an accredited university. Successful completion of the registration exam to become a Registered Dietitian within 45 days of hire.

Training

• Required: California Children's Services (CCS) panel-eligible (per CCS paneling requirements) within two years of employment.

Specialized Skills

• Required: Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural needs. Excellent customer satisfaction skills; care with sensitivity and respect. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to successfully provide/ promote safe care within the parameters of licensure and regulatory requirements, practice requirements and hospital systems. Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner. Ability to set goals and evaluate results in accordance with the highest standards. Promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission.

Licensure

• Required: Successful completion of the registration exam to become a Registered Dietitian within 45 days of hire; RQI Responder required within six (6) months of hire.

• Preferred: Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration; California Children's Services (CCS) paneled.

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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