Clinical Dietitian - Per Diem Day Shift - Eating Disorder Unit

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clinical Dietitian to join their Eating Disorder Unit. This role offers the opportunity to provide vital clinical nutrition services and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest standard of patient care. The position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing eating disorders. Join a supportive environment that values employee well-being and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition assistance. If you're ready to live your life's work in a rewarding setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employee Health and Well-being Programs

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian credential is required.
• Minimum of 2-3 years as a Clinical Nutritionist.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nutrition services to manage patient care.
• Coordinate nutritional care with healthcare personnel.
• Document using the Nutrition Care process.

Skills

Clinical Nutrition

Patient Care Coordination

Nutrition Care Process

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Job description

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

We are hiring for a Per Diem Clinical Dietitian to join our Eating Disorder Unit. Previous or current experience working with Eating Disorders is preferred but not required.

The Princeton Center for Eating Disorders provides inpatient treatment for adults, adolescents, and children as young as 8 years old who are suffering from anorexia, bulimia, and other eating disorders. We offer a warm, welcoming environment in an award-winning medical center. Our patients benefit from treatment for the physical, psychosocial, and nutritional aspects of their eating disorder, with immediate access to comprehensive medical care.

Our 22-bed Center for Eating Disorders Care at Penn Medicine Princeton Health offers state-of-the-art medical and psychiatric care. The Eating Disorders unit is staffed by board-certified psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, psychologists, therapists, registered dietitians, a supervising psychologist, and has access to a full spectrum of medical specialists.

Responsibilities of Clinical Dietitians include:

• Providing clinical nutrition services, including assessment, diagnosis, and intervention to manage patient care.
• Coordinating nutritional aspects of patient care with physicians and healthcare personnel.
• Utilizing the Nutrition Care process to document in the medical record.
• Serving as a resource professional for medical staff and students.
• Participating in committees representing Food and Nutrition Services.
• Ensuring patient satisfaction, quality care, regulatory compliance, and positive public relations through the safe and efficient use of resources.
• Performing other related duties as required, maintaining necessary credentials.

Credentials: Registered Dietitian (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Work Experience: Minimum of two to three years as a Clinical Nutritionist.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits programs support employee health and well-being. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, including one of the region's top prepaid tuition assistance programs. Penn Medicine employees are committed to our mission, advancing medical progress to help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, victim status, citizenship, military status, or any other protected status.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, Medical Practices