Dietitian | Comprehensive Weight Management

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement (eligible)

PTO available day 1 for eligible hires

Career development and mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Avera McKennan's Comprehensive Weight Management clinic in Sioux Falls seeks a registered dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy and education. The part-time role (24 hours/week) emphasizes individualized care and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will assess nutritional status, plan and implement nutrition care plans, educate patients and families, and document care processes while ensuring continuity of nutrition services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a dietetics-related field required.
• Completion of accredited dietetic internship or academy-approved program.
• Registered Dietitian with CDI registration within 180 days, licensed where required.
• 1–3 years experience in nutrition care preferred; advanced certifications a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate nutritional assessments and interprets patient information for care planning.
• Plans and implements individualized medical nutrition therapy with measurable goals.
• Educates patients and families about nutrition and lifestyle changes.
• Ensures continuity of nutrition care through communication with care teams.
• Documents all phases of the nutrition care process clearly and thoroughly.
• Develops patient education materials and participates in teaching activities.

Skills

Experience with clinical nutrition

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics

Dietetic Internship or Academy-approved program

Registered Dietitian

Licensed Dietitian

Job description

Location:Avera Comprehensive Weight Management Sioux FallsWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$28.00 - $42.00Position HighlightsNOTE: this position is located in our Comprehensive Weight Management clinicPart-time position, 24 hours/weekNOTE: Position may be eligible for tuition reimbursement!You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewThe dietitian is responsible for the nutritional care of the patient within an assigned area of practice.What you will doPerforms an accurate assessment within a timely manner of the patient’s nutritional status including, but not limited to: obtaining and interpreting information in terms of the patient’s nutritional needs, patient/family level of knowledge, ability and readiness to learn about nutrition requirements, cultural/religious needs, and physical/mental limitations.Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific factors and performs satisfactorily related to patient’s age, infant through geriatrics, as noted on unit specific guidelines and competencies.Plans the delivery of medical nutrition therapy and implements an individualized outcomes based nutritional care plan specific to patient’s needs with clearly defined, measurable goals.Demonstrates ability to provide medical nutrition therapy to patients/family based on assessment needs.Ensures continuity of nutrition care through communication with relevant care providers at mission and discharge.Helps to effectively transition patients to a new care environment.Documents all phases of the nutrition care process in a complete and concise manner. Develops and interprets patient education classes and/or materials.Demonstrates ability to educate the public by planning and presenting lectures related to nutrition therapy and community nutrition.Providing guidance to dietetic assistant in identifying and assigning patients to a nutritional risk level using screening/assessment policies and procedures.Functions as an integral member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team as evidenced by active participation in team conferences, multidisciplinary care planning, and ongoing communication of outreach contracts.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Bachelor'sSome College Dietetic Internship or similar Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics approved program required, unless already registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration within 180 DaysLicensed Dietitian - Licensing Board Licensed in the state based off job assignment as a Dietitian. within 180 DaysPreferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:1-3 years Experience and advanced certifications in specialty areaExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].