Dietitian II - Radiation Oncology

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutrition care to patients receiving radiation therapy across all Radiation Oncology clinic locations. Working as part of a multidisciplinary care team, the Dietitian assesses patients' nutritional needs, develops individualized nutrition care plans, and provides ongoing monitoring and support throughout treatment.

Salary range: $46.82 -$61.76/hour.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian credential required.
• Ability to establish and maintain a strong relationship with a specific patient care team with a defined population.
• Ability to analyze patient concerns and seek solutions satisfactory to the patient and the treating physician.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of nutrition care for oncology patients.
• Ability to adapt procedures for patient education level, cultural practice, psycho-social and economic status.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Ability to apply principles of medical nutrition therapy, food service and sanitation.
• Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a specific area of dietetics such as H&N cancer, altered taste, swallowing issues, and G-tube placement and feeding.
• Ability to assess patient calorie, protein and micronutrient needs based on the Standards of Nutrition Practice and the Guidelines for Nutrition Care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments, develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, and monitor patient progress throughout treatment.
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and families, tailoring recommendations to clinical, cultural, and psychosocial needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Evaluate nutritional needs based on medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, laboratory results, and other clinical factors.
• Coordinate nutrition services and referrals with internal departments and external care partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Serve as a nutrition resource for patients and the clinical care team across Radiation Oncology practice sites.

Skills

Nutrition assessment

Nutrition counseling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Medical nutrition therapy

Oncology nutrition knowledge

Cultural sensitivity

Computer skills

Education

Registered Dietitian

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Registered Dietitian provides comprehensive nutrition care to patients receiving radiation therapy across all Radiation Oncology clinic locations. Working as part of a multidisciplinary care team, the Dietitian assesses patients' nutritional needs, develops individualized nutrition care plans, and provides ongoing monitoring and support throughout treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct nutrition assessments, develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, and monitor patient progress throughout treatment.


• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and families, tailoring recommendations to clinical, cultural, and psychosocial needs.


• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes.


• Evaluate nutritional needs based on medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, laboratory results, and other clinical factors.


• Coordinate nutrition services and referrals with internal departments and external care partners to ensure continuity of care.


• Serve as a nutrition resource for patients and the clinical care team across Radiation Oncology practice sites.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care by supporting the nutritional health and well being of individuals undergoing cancer treatment in a collaborative and patient centered environment.

Salary range: $46.82 -$61.76/hour

Qualifications

Required:

• Registered Dietitian


• Ability to establish and maintain a strong relationship with a specific patient care team with a defined population.


• Ability to analyze patient concerns and seek solutions satisfactory to the patient and the treating physician.


• Ability to demonstrate appropriate written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of nutrition care for oncology patients.


• Ability to adapt procedures for patient education level, cultural practice, psycho-social and economic status.


• Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills.


• Ability to apply principles of medical nutrition therapy, food service and sanitation.


• Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a specific area of dietetics such as H&N cancer, altered taste, swallowing issues, and G-tube placement and feeding.


• Ability to assess patient calorie, protein and micronutrient needs based on the Standards of Nutrition Practice and the Guidelines for Nutrition Care.


• Ability to evaluate appropriateness of current nutrition regimen and make appropriate recommendations.