Dietitian II

Maine Academy of Family Physicians; Florence (OR); On-site; USD 5,023,000 - 7,533,000; Part time

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Florence, OR is seeking a Dietitian II for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position. The role involves coordinating all aspects of nutrition care and consulting with other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include nutrition education for patients and families, EMR documentation, referrals to community resources, and active participation in Quality/Process Improvement initiatives within the department and hospital.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; RD license before 2024 may be grandfathered if bachelor’s was sufficient.
• Minimum 3 years experience as Registered Dietitian.
• RD license and national certifications (CDCES or equivalent) required on hire.
• Oregon licensure may be required for outpatient roles.
• Medicare provider status may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of nutrition care and consult with other healthcare professionals.
• Provide nutrition education to patients and families in outpatient/inpatient settings using evidence-based guidelines.
• Document in EMR per policies and regulations; refer to other services as needed.
• Contribute to Quality/Process Improvement initiatives within the department and hospital.
• Provide individual nutrition counseling and lead group classes and support groups.
• Participate in pre/postoperative weight loss programs and bariatric forums.

Skills

Adult education

Curriculum design

Verbal & written comms

Independent work

Computer skills

Growth/development knowledge

Education

Master's Degree

Registered Dietitian license (RD)

CDCES / other board certifications

Oregon RD license (required for outpatient)

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth in Florence OR is seeking a Dietitian II for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $36.46 – $54.68. 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.
• Provides one-on-one nutrition counseling, teaching group nutrition classes, and leading support groups.
• Participates in program events, including information sessions, pre/postoperative weight loss groups, and bariatric forums. Specialist certification in Obesity and Weight management issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration required or must obtain within 12 months of hire.

What you bring

• Master's Degree Required: in a related field of study. Caregivers who earned their RD license before 1/1/2024 when a bachelor's degree was sufficient will be grandfathered.
• Minimum of 3 years Required: Experience in a related setting as a Registered Dietitian
• Required: Upon Hire Registered Dietitian and
• 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) and
• May be required: Upon Hire Licensed Dietitian - Oregon Required only for Outpatient and PHMG/Ambulatory Dietitians in OR. Inpatient Dietitians are not required to maintain state certification and
• 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

Lifting

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

Environmental Conditions

• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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Contact information

Company name: PeaceHealth

Contact name: Tina DeHaven

Contact email: [e-mail]

External ID: PH-INFOR-132688

Posting ID: 1001057189