Clinical Dietitian Pediatric Obesity Management

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to improving pediatric nutrition through a unique multi-disciplinary program. As a Clinical Dietitian, you will assess and develop personalized nutrition care plans, ensuring patient-centered care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. This role offers a competitive salary, a sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and personal well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Food Science, or Nutrition required.
• Credentialed Registered Dietitian (RD) or eligible through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status and develop care plans for patients.
• Educate patients and their support systems for optimal care.

Skills

Patient Care

Nutritional Assessment

Nutrition Care Plans

Education and Counseling

Microsoft Applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $29.30 - $34.47/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills, and internal equity. This is a salaried position.

Overview

SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE! $5,000

POSITION SUMMARY:

Healthy Kids U is the only multi-disciplinary pediatric obesity care program outside of Chicago in Illinois. The Healthy Kids U team builds strong relationships with patients and families through regular and substantive visits.

The dietitian assesses the nutritional status of patients based on their individualized needs and goals. They develop and implement nutrition care plans, evaluate current nutrition status, formulate interventions, reassess for changes, and record ongoing nutritional progress. They educate the patient's support system to ensure patient-centered care.

A Clinical Dietitian is an expert in human nutrition and medical nutrition therapy. They assess nutritional status, develop care plans, evaluate progress, and are an integral part of the interdisciplinary team, ensuring patient-centered care.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics, Food Science, or Nutrition

Credentialed Registered Dietitian (RD) or eligible through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (Illinois and Michigan), with registration to be completed within 6 months of hire.

Proficiency in basic Microsoft applications

Experience:

Previous experience with patients in group or individual settings

Basic knowledge of medical terminology and billing

Licensure/Certifications:

Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist eligible (Illinois)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

License as a Certified Diabetes Educator

Experience working with patients in group or individual settings for 1 year

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.