Registered Dietitian - CF/Pulmonary - 140413

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Registered Dietitian to support the adult Cystic Fibrosis program. The RD will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide medical nutrition therapy for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients, and develop nutrition care plans within the EHR.

Under supervision, the RD assesses nutritional needs, delivers care across the care continuum, participates in rounds, and contributes to research and quality improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition/Dietetics with internship
• Must be RD
• Two years experience
• Applicants for Dietitian positions should possess essential skills, knowledge, and abilities for the role

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements and records in EHR the nutrition care plan for all assigned patients
• Fosters continuity of care across the continuum of care
• Participates in medical rounds and performance improvement activities
• Mentors dietetic interns/students and collaborates with Diet Techs
• Assists with foodservice projects to improve patient satisfaction

Skills

Registered Dietitian (RD)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition/Dietetics

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 7/20/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The Registered Dietician position supports the adult Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Program at UC San Diego Health. The CF program is an accredited care center that provides comprehensive, high quality-care to cystic fibrosis patients. The Registered Dietician will be working with the multidisciplinary CF team including nurses, social workers, respiratory therapist, and administrative staff. Under supervision of the Clinical Manager and Supervisor, the RDN (dietitian) collaborates with healthcare team to provide medical nutrition therapy to pediatric /adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Identifies patients at various nutrition risk levels based on criteria outlined by department. Assesses nutrition needs and identifies nutrient requirements with regard to age and disease-specific needs of patients.

Develops, implements and records in EHR the nutrition care plan for all assigned patients. Fosters continuity of care among all phases across the continuum of care. Continuously evaluates and monitors the effectiveness and outcomes of medical nutrition therapy intervention. Manages the delivery of nutrition care in assigned units. Actively participates in medical rounds. Participates in department's special projects, performance improvement activities, and research.

Provides nutrition lectures and in-services to nutrition and medical staff as assigned. Collaborates with Diet Techs and mentors dietetic interns/students. Actively assesses, evaluates, and maintains professional development and competency related to assigned units. Assists with foodservice projects to improve patient satisfaction. May perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Dietitians must possess the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in Foods and Nutrition/Dietetics and have completed an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics internship.

• Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD).

• Two (2) years experience.

• Applicants for positions in the Dietitian series are expected to possess the experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in an outpatient setting.
• Two (2) years of experience working with CF/Pulmonary/Chronic Illness patients.
• Demonstrated experience using EPIC.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $93,632 - $123,584 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $44.84 - $59.19

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).