Pediatric Dietitian: Medical Nutrition Therapy & Care

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Retirement plans

Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy to patients and families, and to consult with the care team. The role includes teaching and precepting dietetic interns, contributing to curriculum, and collaborating on multidisciplinary projects.

Minimum qualifications include RD or RDN with CDR accreditation, BLS/CPR, and a strong clinical nutrition background. The position is 100% on-site in Sacramento with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• RD or RDN registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' CDR
• AHA/BLS or UC Davis Health CPR within 3 months of hire or upon change
• Didactic program in dietetics completed and ACEND-accredited
• Strong background in clinical nutrition
• Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy principles including enteral/parenteral support
• Experience with computers for daily tasks and communications; English proficiency

Responsibilities

• Apply the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) including assessment, diagnosis, intervention and monitoring
• Coordinate nutritional services with the patient care team
• Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and caregivers
• Participate in administrative functions and department activities
• Precept dietetic interns and supervise students as assigned

Skills

Registered Dietitian (RD)

BLS/CPR

ACEND-accredited program

Clinical nutrition

English communication

Computer skills

Education

ACEND-accredited dietetics education

Master's degree or higher (SR)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

UC Davis Health is seeking a Clinical Dietitian to provide medical nutrition therapy to patients and families, and to consult with the care team. The role includes teaching and precepting dietetic interns, contributing to curriculum, and collaborating on multidisciplinary projects.

Minimum qualifications include RD or RDN with CDR accreditation, BLS/CPR, and a strong clinical nutrition background. The position is 100% on-site in Sacramento with competitive salary and benefits.