Clinical Dietitian Specialist - part time

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NYS employment benefits

Job summary

Upstate Medical University seeks an Inpatient/Clinical Dietitian to join their evidence-based nutrition care team. This role at Upstate Community Hospital allows for practice in both inpatient and outpatient settings, aiming to enhance acute care nutrition skills while providing essential medical nutrition therapy.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have RD certification, and possess three years of experience in clinical dietetics. A competitive salary starting from $65,000+ and a comprehensive benefits package is offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with relevant certifications and licenses.
• Three or more years of post RD certification experience in clinical dietetics.
• Specialty certification or advanced specialized membership required within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition assessments and education.
• Manage nutrition support therapies.
• Collaborate on patient care rounds and QAPI initiatives.

Skills

Nutrition assessments

Medical nutrition therapy

Intervention planning

Collaboration in patient care

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Registered Dietitian certification

NYS Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist license

Job description

Job Summary

The Upstate Medical Hospital System is the largest employer of dietitians in the Syracuse area. Join our progressive, evidence-based nutrition care team at Upstate Community Hospital, where you can practice nutrition in one of the nation’s leading medical and teaching hospital systems. Upstate Community Hospital is a 306‑licensed-bed facility and has been recognized as a Thomson Reuters 100 Top Hospital and a Performance Improvement Leader.

We are currently seeking to fill an Inpatient/Clinical Dietitian position, with additional opportunities for growth across our hospital complex in both inpatient and outpatient settings. These roles offer the opportunity to accelerate your acute care nutrition skills while providing medical nutrition therapy to a diverse patient population, ranging from pediatrics to older adults.

Why Upstate?

• Practice in one of the nation’s leading medical/teaching university hospitals
• Opportunities in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Advance your skills in acute care and medical nutrition therapy
• Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and quality care
• Enjoy the comprehensive benefits that come with NYS employment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition assessments, interventions, and education.
• Manage nutrition support therapies (enteral/parenteral).
• Collaborate on patient care rounds and QAPI initiatives.
• Practice medical nutrition therapy in a unique environment and play a vital role in improving the nutritional quality of care for this population.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree required. Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration required. NYS Certified Dietitian‑Nutritionist license (or eligible) required. Three or more years of post RD certification experience in clinical dietetics. Specialty certification or advanced specialized membership required within 3 years of hire.
• Candidates with Bachelors or Masters degree, Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration upon hire or within six (6) months of hire, NYS Certified Dietitian‑Nutritionist license upon hire or within one (1) year of hire, and less than 3 years of post RD certification experience will be considered for appointment to an entry‑level (SL1) position at commensurate title and salary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree with preferred area of Nutrition or related field.
• Two (2) years or more of experience with Inpatient Critical Care.
• Board certification as a Nutrition Support Clinician or other certifications in Pediatrics or Adult Nutrition: Board Certification as a Specialty in Pediatric Nutrition, Weight Management and Obesity, Oncology Nutrition, Renal Nutrition or board certification in Advanced Diabetes Management.

Work Days

Monday‑Friday, days with weekends and holidays.

Salary

The full‑time equivalent salary for this role is $65,000+ depending on qualifications. This part‑time, 50% position is located at the Community campus location.