Inpatient General Med Cardio Clinical Dietitian I

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to provide medical nutrition therapy for cardiology and general medicine inpatients. Responsibilities include patient care, education, and participation in multidisciplinary teams. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Registered dietitian or eligible before Jan 1, 2024.
• Iowa licensure and registration by the Commission of Dietetic Registration.

Responsibilities

• Providing quality patient care including nutrition screening and documentation.
• Educating students and participating in medical team rounds.
• Assisting with studies and departmental committees.

Skills

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's in Foods and Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

Inpatient General Med Cardio Clinical Dietitian I

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The University of Iowa Health Care department of Food & Nutrition is seeking a Clinical Dietitian I to use the Nutrition Care Process to assess, evaluate, and provide medical nutrition therapy and counseling for cardiology and general medicine adult and geriatric inpatients.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing quality patient care, including nutrition screening, evaluation, assessment, treatment, and documentation of care plans.
2. Educating and evaluating students, providing necessary support and assistance.
3. Assessing nutrition status and counseling patients on appropriate diets.
4. Participating in medical team rounds and contributing to patient care discussions.
5. Assisting with studies, projects, and departmental committees.
6. Reviewing production, standards, costs, and personnel utilization to evaluate progress and control costs.
7. Maintaining effective relationships with staff, students, and the public.
8. Participating in multidisciplinary teams and developing nutritional care components.
9. Assisting other dietitians as needed.

University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the U.S. and Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center. Our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

We may hire from Clinical Dietitian I or II positions based on qualifications. Please apply to the specific position(s) of interest.

Details:

• Percent of Time: 100%
• Schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm
• Pay Grade: 5
• Salary: $57,000 – Commensurate

Benefits include:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, health/dental/life/disability insurance, retirement contributions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master's degree or equivalent experience.
• Registered dietitian or eligible (prior to Jan 1, 2024, bachelor's in Foods and Nutrition or Dietetics required).
• Iowa licensure and registration by the Commission of Dietetic Registration.
• Excellent communication skills.

Application Process:

Upload resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the qualifications. Successful candidates will undergo background checks.

For questions, contact Tamara Griffith at [e-mail].