Dietitian I or II - Inpatient Therapy

Maine Academy of Family Physicians; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Alaska is seeking a Dietitian I or II for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, variable position. New grads welcome; salary range is $38.64 – $57.96 per hour.

The Dietitian coordinates all aspects of nutrition care, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, provides outpatient/inpatient education, documents in the EMR, makes referrals as needed, and participates in quality/process improvement measures across the department; requires a Master's and active RD credentials in Alaska.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required in a related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Registered Dietitian.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of nutrition care and plan patient-specific goals.
• Provide nutrition education to patients and families in outpatient/inpatient settings.
• Consult with healthcare providers and participate in interdisciplinary team.
• Document in the EMR per policies and regulations.
• Make referrals to services and community resources as appropriate.
• Participate in quality/process improvement measures within the department and hospital.

Skills

Teaching adults

Curriculum design

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cross-department collaboration

MS Office

Growth and development knowledge

Education

Master's degree

Registered Dietitian

Tools

EMR

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Dietitian I or II for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. New grads welcome!

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $38.64 – $57.96.

The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of nutrition care, consulting with other healthcare professionals as needed.

Details of the Position:

• Competent use of the Nutrition Care Process including: nutrition assessment, identification of nutritional diagnosis, implementation of appropriate nutrition intervention, and formulation of patient specific goals, monitoring, evaluation and follow up of outcomes.
• Using evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines to provide nutrition education to patients and families in the outpatient and/or inpatient settings.
• Provides consult services to other healthcare providers and participates in the interdisciplinary team. Uses evidence-based nutrition practice guidelines
• Documents in the EMR in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations.
• When appropriate, makes referrals to other services, agencies and community resources.
• Actively contributes to Quality/Process Improvement measures within the department and throughout the hospital including planning, implementing, and evaluating programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Master's Degree Required: in a related field of study.
• Minimum of 3 years Required: Experience in a related setting as a Registered Dietitian

Credentials

• Required: Upon Hire Registered Dietitian
• Required: Upon Hire National Dietitian Certifications Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, or Board Certified Specialist in - Oncology Nutrition, Renal Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition, Sports Dietetics, Gerontological Nutrition, or Nutrition Wound Care, as applicable to work performed is required. (See alternative certification requirement for Bariatrics)
• Required: Upon Hire Registered Dietitian - Alaska Required for all Dietitians in AK
• May be required: Current Medicare provider status number

Skills

• Demonstrated skill in teaching adults of varying competency levels. (Required)
• Must be able to design, implement, and evaluate instructional modules. (Required)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (Required)
• Ability to interact with all a variety of departments and to work independently on numerous projects simultaneously. (Required)
• Proficient in the use of computers including MS Office applications. (Required)
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs. (Required)

Working Conditions

• Frequent moving around work area.
• Frequent grasping, reaching.
• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs.
• Occasional squatting/ kneeling/ bending.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affiant Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

Contact information

Company name: PeaceHealth
Contact name: Valerie Raia
Contact email: [e-mail]