Clinical Dietitian: Pediatrics & Adults (Inpatient)

UCLA Health; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver medical nutrition therapy to inpatient and outpatient populations across pediatrics, renal, critical care, GI, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and oncology.

Under supervision, you will assess nutritional needs, perform nutrition-focused exams, diagnose malnutrition, and develop and monitor individualized care plans. You will educate patients and coordinate referrals within UCLA Health upon discharge.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• 1 year pediatric clinical experience preferred.
• CCS paneling preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical nutrition therapy to inpatient and outpatient populations across multiple specialties.
• Assess nutritional needs and perform nutrition-focused physical examinations.
• Identify and diagnose malnutrition and develop, implement, monitor, and reassess care plans.
• Educate patients and families and coordinate referrals post-discharge within UCLA Health.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and food service to support high-quality care.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Job description

UCLA Health in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to deliver medical nutrition therapy to inpatient and outpatient populations across pediatrics, renal, critical care, GI, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and oncology.

Under supervision, you will assess nutritional needs, perform nutrition-focused exams, diagnose malnutrition, and develop and monitor individualized care plans. You will educate patients and coordinate referrals within UCLA Health upon discharge.