Clinical Oncology Nutritionist

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC; Tallahassee (FL); À distance; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Competitive wages

Résumé du poste

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC in Florida is seeking a Clinical Oncology Nutritionist to assess patients’ nutritional status and tailor medical nutrition therapy during treatment.

You will work with oncologists and clinic staff to support dietary plans, document interventions in the EMR, and help patients manage nutrition-related side effects throughout chemotherapy and beyond.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Services.
• Advanced degree or training in nutrition preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in nutrition; at least 1 year in oncology preferred.
• Attention to detail, math skills, deduction skills, independence, communication, data entry, Excel.

Responsabilités

• Assess patients’ nutritional status and intervene with medical nutrition therapy and/or education to optimize nutrition.
• Provide disease-specific management with oncology principles during chemotherapy.
• Collaborate with oncologist and clinic staff to coordinate patient care.
• Document assessments and interventions in the electronic medical record.

Formation

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nutritional Services

Advanced degree or training in nutrition

Description du poste

Country:United States of America

Location:Florida - Remote

WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval. Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full-time, Monday - Friday Work Week, Days (Example: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM),
• Flexible to meet patient and business needs
• Job Summary : Responsible for assessing patient’s nutritional status and intervening with appropriate medical nutrition therapy and/or education to improve, maintain or optimize nutritional status.
• Provides disease specific management, a working knowledge of oncology principles, the ability to manage a patient’s diet throughout their chemotherapy and assist with the side effects.
• Works with patients and families throughout the course of their treatment and beyond to provide an understanding of their disease and their nutrition plan.
• Clinical Oncology Nutritionist will document the assessment and interventions in real time in the electronic medical record.
• Will collaborate with the oncologist and clinic staff to assist in managing and coordinating patient care.
• The Clinical Oncology Nutritionist will support the mission of the Company and the Care Management department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education : Minimum of Bachelor's of Science Degree in Nutritional Services.
• Advanced degree or training in the field of nutrition preferred.
• Previous Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the field of nutrition and at least one (1) year in oncology preferred.
• Office experience: procedure entry with experience in insurance and medical terminology preferred.
• Core Capabilities : Attention to detail, excellent math skills, excellent deduction skills, the ability to work independently, good communication skills, data entry, knowledge of Excel.
• Certifications/Licenses : Maintenance of Dietetic/Nutritionists licensure and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Registration in state of employment. CSO preferred.
• Travel : Yes
• SCREENINGS - Background and drug screens
• Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.
• EEOC
• Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment () for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.
• FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment () for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.