Clinical Dietitian - Outpatient-Nutrition

The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System is seeking a Registered Dietitian to provide patient nutrition education across ambulatory clinics. You will assess nutritional needs, develop education plans, and participate in department activities while maintaining professional competencies.

Required: Bachelor's in Nutrition/Dietetics, RD/RDN, Ohio licensure or eligibility; proficiency with MS Office and EHR. Prior clinical experience preferred; strong communication and cultural competence are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics from ACEND-approved program.
• Currently a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) per AND.
• Licensed Dietitian (LD) through the Ohio State Medical Board or LP eligibility at registration.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; ability to convey complex information.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient nutrition management/education for infants to adults.
• Develops and implements nutrition education programs for patients and staff.
• Participates in department activities and maintains professional competencies.
• Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)

Licensed Dietitian (LD) in Ohio or LP eligibility

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Job description

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 8a-5p

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary

Performs activities related to patient nutritional management/education for infant through adult patients for assigned ambulatory clinics. Develops and implements nutrition education programs targeted to patients, hospital staff members, students, and peer professional staff members. Participates in departmental activities as outlined. Maintains professional competencies. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics by an institution that has been approved/accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). Currently a Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN) through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). Will consider a graduate of an approved/accredited ACEND program who is registration eligible. Currently a Licensed Dietitian (LD) through the State Medical Board of Ohio, or a Limited Permit (LP) holder through the State Medical Board of Ohio if at registration eligible status. Competent use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficient use of the electronic health record system. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills. Able to convey complex information to a variety of audiences. Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds. Preferred: Master of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics or other related field from an accredited institution. Experience working in a clinical setting. Physical Requirements: May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day. May need to sit or stand for extended periods. See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required. May need to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion. Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications. Ability to see computer monitor and departmental documents. Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids. Requires some exposure to chemicals.