Clinical Dietitian-Part Time (West Shore)

UPMC; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC recherche un diététicien clinique à temps partiel pour fournir une expertise nutritionnelle à une équipe interdisciplinaire et assurer la qualité des soins nutritionnels pour des patients hospitalisés. Cette position requiert des compétences en évaluation nutritionnelle, en éducation, et un fort désir de mentorat, avec un salaire annuel entre 75,000 et 80,000 dollars.

Qualifications

• 2 ans d'expérience clinique et accréditation RD, ou 1 an d'expérience avec un master.
• Licences requises : RD, LDN.
• Certifications Act 31, 33, 34, et 73.

Responsibilities

• Assurer la conformité à la facturation et la documentation.
• Former l'équipe multidisciplinaire et des étudiants en diététique.
• Formuler des diagnostics nutritionnels et éduquer les patients.

Skills

Communication effective

Éducation nutritionnelle

Mentorat

Évaluation des risques nutritionnels

Education

Bac en nutrition et diététique

Master en nutrition et diététique

Job description

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This position involves providing high-level nutrition expertise within an interdisciplinary team for hospitalized patients.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure outpatient billing compliance and proper documentation.
• Provide educational opportunities and training to the multidisciplinary team.
• Formulate nutrition diagnoses and identify malnutrition using established criteria.
• Execute order writing following protocol guidelines.
• Offer nutritional education and counseling tailored to patient needs.
• Communicate effectively within the care team.
• Mentor dietetic students, interns, and support staff.
• Implement timely interventions based on nutrition risk assessments.
• Deliver quality care using Medical Nutrition Therapy, including assessment, goal setting, and planning.
• Lead annual departmental initiatives and promote evidence-based practices.
• Serve as a nutrition liaison and participate in interdisciplinary committees.
• Prepare professional communication materials suitable for all health literacy levels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition and Dietetics with 2 years of clinical experience and RD registration, OR
• Master's degree in nutrition and Dietetics with 1 year of clinical experience and RD registration.

Licensure and certifications required:

• Registered Dietitian (RD)
• Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN)
• Act 31, 33, 34, and 73 clearances with renewal.

Note: Final candidates will be offered a position reflecting their education, experience, and managerial discretion.

Additional info: This is a part-time role based in Carlisle, PA, with a salary range of $75,000 - $80,000 annually.