REGISTERED DIETITIAN-HSOM

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,395 - 73,770; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking a registered dietitian to perform nutrition assessments, develop care plans, provide nutrition education, and document findings in the medical record. The role may precept for the UAB Dietetic Internship Program and participate in quality improvement activities as schedule allows.

The position involves collaboration with the medical team, documentation in the EHR, and participation in rounds and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Dietetics or related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Currently licensed (active or temporary) as a Dietitian with the State of Alabama Board of Examiners for Dietetic/Nutrition Practice required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors patient for research purposes.
• Educates the patient and/or caregiver, dietetic interns and students, other healthcare personnel, and community representatives on nutrition, nutrition-related topics, and/or designated drug-nutrient interactions.
• Participates on hospital and/or departmental committees and, as assigned and/or as schedule permits, participates in medical team activities such as team meetings, medical rounds, and/or meal rounds.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Dietetics or related field

Job description

Description

To perform nutrition assessments and reassessments, determine medical nutrition therapy goals and desired outcomes, develop and implement nutrition care plans and nutrition interventions, provide nutrition education, and record timely and appropriate documentation in the medical record for research. May precept for the UAB Dietetic Internship Program, participate in quality improvement activities, and participate in medical team activities and rounds as assigned or as schedule allows.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develops, implements, and monitors patient for research purposes.
2. Educates the patient and/or caregiver, dietetic interns and students, other healthcare personnel, and community representatives on nutrition, nutrition-related topics, and/or designated drug-nutrient interactions.
3. Participates on hospital and/or departmental committees and, as assigned and/or as schedule permits, participates in medical team activities such as team meetings, medical rounds, and/or meal rounds.
4. Participates in quality improvement activities.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $45,395 - $73,770

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Dietetics or related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed (active or temporary) as a Dietitian with the State of Alabama Board of Examiners for Dietetic/Nutrition Practice required.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Professional & Managerial

Organization

311300000 Family & Community Medicine Chair Office

Employee Status

Regular

Shift

Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)

Remote/Hybrid Eligible