Clinical Dietitian- Immunodeficiency Clinic

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH, is hiring a Registered Dietitian to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy and nutrition care to pediatric patients. The role supports preventive health through education and community outreach.

A BS in Nutrition and Ohio RD licensure are required, with optional AND registration or temporary licensure pathway. The position is 1.0 FTE, Monday to Friday, with pay starting at $29.07 per hour and pro­rated benefits according to hospital policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nutrition is required.
• Licensed as a Registered Dietitian in Ohio is required.
• AND registration or Ohio licensure path acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Applies the Nutrition Care Process and workflow elements in providing person-centered nutrition care of patients.
• Provides education on healthy nutrition, obesity and disease prevention, as well as other topics.
• Coordinates programs and projects in schools, the community and hospital, representing Nationwide Children’s Hospital and building strong community partnerships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition

Job description

Overview:

Pay starting at $29.07/hr., pay will Commensurate with Expereince

Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at a 1.0 FTE

Job Description Summary:

Promotes preventive health for nutrition using research, advocacy, and public health initiatives. Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy in direct care of medical diseases and conditions across the continuum of care.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Applies the Nutrition Care Process and workflow elements in providing person-centered nutrition care of patients.
• Provides education on healthy nutrition, obesity and disease prevention, as well as other topics.
• Coordinates programs and projects in schools, the community and hospital (internal and external programs and projects), representing Nationwide Children’s Hospital and developing strong community partnerships.

Education Requirement:

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, required.

Licensure Requirement:

Licensed as a Registered Dietitian in the State of Ohio, required.

Certifications:

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) registration, and licensure to practice as a dietitian from the Ohio Board of Dietetics; OR – licensed permit with completion and passing of the RD exam within 3 months of employment.

Skills:

• Analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

Experience:

• Experience as a clinical registered & licensed dietitian, preferred.
• Clinical pediatric experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Seeing – Far/near, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Depth perception, Sitting, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Computer skills, Decision Making, Flexing/extending of neck, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

(not specified)

“The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet”