Clinical Dietitian - Outpatient Gastrointestinal

UCHealth; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHealth is seeking a Clinical Dietitian specializing in outpatient gastrointestinal nutrition, working with an interdisciplinary team to guide patients through various GI therapies. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in clinical nutrition, with a focus on patient education and support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) with employer matching contributions

Paid time off (PTO)

Employer-paid life and disability coverage

Education benefits including tuition coverage

Loan repayment assistance

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Preference for three years of clinical nutrition experience.
• Experience in managing tube feeding and parenteral nutrition preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and implements nutrition therapy services.
• Assesses patient's nutritional status and develops care plans.
• Conducts education programs for patients and healthcare team members.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition or related field

Job description

Clinical Dietitian - Outpatient Gastrointestinal

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Base pay range

$29.00/hr - $44.00/hr

Description

As a Clinical Dietitian that practices as an expert in medical nutrition therapy, this individual will work in GI Nutrition with our Digestive Health Clinic patients. This position involves working closely with the interdisciplinary team in the ambulatory setting to guide and support patients nutritionally with their GI therapy, especially with IBS, IBD, gastroparesis, Celiac disease, chronic constipation dyspepsia, dysmotility, short bowel syndrome, chronic pancreatitis, EPI, and eosinophilic esophagitis.

We are seeking a compassionate Registered Dietitian. We prefer three years of experience as a dietitian. Previous work with GI disorders and management of tube feeding and parenteral nutrition preferred. The ideal candidate is interested in working with diverse populations and is comfortable working in-person but also in a telehealth environment. This candidate has a strong interest in education, including teaching, developing patient education materials, and precepting dietetic interns and GI fellows. Excellent communication skills are crucial for both patient education and communication with members of the interdisciplinary team. Spanish speaking a plus.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Education/Experience: Preference for 3 years of clinical nutrition experience with at least 1 year in nutrition support management.

Licensure/Certification: Current registration as a dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred.

Location: UCHealth Anschutz Outpt Pavilion - Aurora, CO

Department: Clinical Nutrition

FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days

Pay: $29.54 - $44.31/ hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Summary

Plans, coordinates, and implements nutrition therapy services for assigned patient populations as a competent-level dietitian.

Responsibilities

Assesses patient's nutritional status and needs, deriving nutrition diagnosis from assessment data.

Develops interventions and plan of care on best available evidence and best practices.

Assesses patient understanding and compliance with nutrition interventions and plan of care. Monitors patient progress; measures and evaluates patient outcomes.

Participates in and coordinates departmental initiatives relative to patient care. May conduct education programs for patients, physicians, nurses, and other health care team members/departments, and/or the public. Functions as a preceptor in support of the academic enterprise.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Nutrition or related field.
• Required Licensure/Certification: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Relevant life support certification as determined at position level.
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of experience in Clinical Nutrition. Preferred: Three years of experience as a dietitian
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UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of three years' employment.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package (benefit eligibility is based off of FTE status):

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions
• Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
• Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options
• Employer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options
• Wellness benefits
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs
• Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
  
  

Loan Repayment

• UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.
  
  

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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