Clinical Dietitian II - 50% North Liberty Campus

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Dietitian II to join their innovative team at the North Liberty Medical Campus. This role involves providing exceptional patient care through nutrition counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy, while also participating in health team rounds and mentoring new personnel. The new facility, opening in Spring 2025, aims to enhance patient experiences and foster community partnerships. If you are passionate about nutrition and want to be part of a collaborative, skilled workforce, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with 5 years of clinical nutrition experience.
• Must demonstrate experience in diverse environments and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition counseling and Medical Nutrition Therapy for patients.
• Participate in health team rounds and educate students and new personnel.

Skills

Clinical Nutrition Experience

Communication Skills

Patient Care Competency

Nutritional Assessment

Diverse Environment Experience

Education

Master’s Degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Food & Nutrition is seeking a Clinical Dietitian II to use Nutrition Care Process to assess, evaluate, and provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition counseling for patients in program areas as assigned at our North Liberty Medical Campus.

• Provides quality patient care including nutrition screening, evaluation, assessment, treatment, and documentation of patient care plan appropriate for complex patients.

• Assesses nutritional status and instructs/counsels on appropriate diet.

• Participates as active member of departmental/hospital committees concerning problems affecting patients’ food habits and needs.

• Participates in health team rounds and short-term projects.

• Participates on Clinical Master’s selection committee. Educates students with on-the-job training. Evaluates students. Provides students with necessary support and assistance to ensurework is completed.

• Educates/trains new personnel as assigned and acts as a mentor to new personnel.

• Conducts peer chart reviews/audits for Dietitian I.

• Seeks opportunities to enhance one’s own professional knowledge, skills, and developmentincluding research for publication/presentation, lead monthly CEU program for dietitian staff, obtain advanced credentialing, serve as a clinical resource to peers.

• Functional supervision is exercised over Diet Clerks.

• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

The new University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Campus will open in the Spring of 2025.This 469,000 square foot facility will be home to UI Health Care’s nationally recognized Orthopedics service line, offering comprehensive, coordinated, and accessible care across the outpatient, inpatient and surgical venues. These state-of-the-art clinical facilities will also include a full-service community imaging center, laboratory services, physical therapy, retail pharmacy, and emergency department as well as an array of support services.The facility has been designed to support a superior patient and staff experience; excellence across our patient care, teaching and research missions; convenient access to services; and engaging community partnerships.UI Health Care is seeking a welcoming, highly-skilled and collaborative workforce to be a part of the opening team for this superb new campus, and to help further our mission of: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

The department intends to hire candidates from either Clinical Dietitian I, requisition 25001374, or Clinical Dietitian II, requisition 25001376, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you which to be considered or both.

Percent of Time: 5 0%

Pay Grade: 7 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan

Salary: $59,850 – Commensurate

Location: North Liberty Medical Campus

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 years of clinical nutrition experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated competency of patient care in pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations across a wide range of medical conditions in the inpatient and outpatient setting
• Experience in making enteral and parenteral recommendations and selecting appropriate formulas
• Must demonstrate experience working effectively in a diverse environment

Certifications

• Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required
• Licensure by the State of Iowa is required

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must uploada resume and cover letter(under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.

Additional questions, please reach out to [e-mail]

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Hours:

Monday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm

Or by appointment

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Additional Information

• Classification Title: Dietitian II
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Part-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 07

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Connor Downes
• Contact Email: [e-mail]