Clinical Dietitian (Full Time)- Murdoch Developmental Center

Health & Human Services; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

Murdoch Center in North Carolina seeks a Clinical Dietitian (NS) to provide highly specialized nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy to residents with acute and chronic illnesses, including diabetes and dysphagia.

The role involves nutritional assessment, documentation for an assigned caseload, attending meetings, and delivering nutrition education and training to individuals and groups. Exempt status with full state benefits for a dedicated professional.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in foods and nutrition (ACEND/AND) with CDR registration.
• OR Bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition (ACEND/AND) with CDR registration and 2 years clinical dietary experience.
• Licensure must be obtained prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialized nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.
• Perform nutritional assessment and documentation for an assigned caseload.
• Attend meetings and deliver nutrition education/training to individuals and groups.

Skills

Dietetics knowledge

Nutrition education

Public speaking

Clinical nutrition experience

Education

Master's in Dietetics/ Nutrition

Bachelor's in Dietetics/ Nutrition

Job description

Agency Division Job Classification Title Clinical Dietitian (NS) Position Number Grade MH12

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

The primary purpose of this position is to provide highly specialized/individualized nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy to persons living at MDC with a wide variety of acute and chronic illnesses/conditions, including but not limited to dysphagia, swallowing, and feeding difficulties/behaviors, developmental disorders/autism, diabetes, hypertension,hyperlipidemia, gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic disorders, inborn errors of metabolism, food allergies/intolerances. The primary duties of the Clinical Dietitian include nutritional assessment and documentation for an assigned caseload,meeting attendance, nutrition education/training. ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated as ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergency events.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $52,848.00 - $79,272.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Knowledge of the principles and practices of dietetics and nutrition. Knowledge of the dietary requirements for a variety of special diets and allowable substitutions for various items found on regular and diet menus. Ability to professionally produce and present nutrition education/training to both large and small audiences.

This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126) Scheduled work hours/shift options: 8a to 5p ; 5 days per week. This is a full time position and eligible for the full state benefits package including Health Insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, retirement, etc.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Additional Job Description

Master's degree in foods and nutrition or a related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition AND Dietetics (AND) and current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR); OR Bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition, dietetics, or related area from an appropriately accredited institution that is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition AND Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and current registration, in good standing, administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) AND two years of experience in a clinical dietary setting. Candidates will be considered while completing licensure requirements. Licensure must be obtained prior to beginning employment.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

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