Outpatient Clinical Dietitian

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to oversee nutritional care for patients, provide assessments, and guide treatment according to clinical status or MD referrals. Strong patient communication and teamwork are essential.

The role requires a Bachelor's in nutrition, RD credential, and preferred bilingual English/Spanish. ServSafe certification is required or to be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field.
• Must be a Registered Dietitian.
• Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) preferred.
• ServSafe Certification current or obtainable within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Directs, supervises and carries out activities essential to the nutritional care of patients.
• Maintains accepted standards of dietetics and nutrition as recommended by ADA and hospital policies.
• Provides patient instructions, completes nutritional assessments, and makes recommendations based on clinical status or MD referral.
• Maintains good guest, patient and professional working relations.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

ServSafe Certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field

Registered Dietitian credential

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs, supervises and carries out activities essential to the nutritional care of patients.Maintains accepted standards of dietetics and nutrition as recommended by the American Dietetic Association, The University Health System and department policies.Provides patient instructions, completes nutritional assessments, and makes appropriate recommendations based on clinical status or MD referral.Maintains good guest, patient and professional working relations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field is required. Must be a Registered Dietitian. One to two years of related experience as a clinical dietitian is preferred. Bilingual capabilities (English/Spanish) preferred. Must have a current ServSafe Certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians.