Registered Dietitian I

Tanana Chiefs Conference; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Services in Fairbanks, AK seeks a Registered Dietitian resident to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, gaining competency in nutrition screening, assessment, diagnosis, education, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation under supervision. The role supports the TCC Ch’eghwtsen’ model, delivering timely service with empathy and respect.

Responsibilities include medical nutrition therapy, group classes, telehealth, nutrition education materials, and village travel for health fairs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in nutrition and dietetics with less than two years’ experience.
• Must hold a current Registered Dietitian license (RD) with the State of Alaska.
• Previous experience working in Rural Alaska or providing medical care to Alaska Natives preferred.
• Must pass background check pursuant to Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements and State of Alaska background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy to Health Services beneficiaries through one-on-one visits and/or group classes.
• Provide other preventative nutrition services for Health Services beneficiaries, with priority on patients at high risk for chronic diseases.
• Provide nutrition and education services to patients via telehealth when indicated and appropriate.
• Develop nutrition education materials including articles for print and electronic media, health fairs, and group education.
• Manage, implement, and maintain the nutritional supplement program for Health Services beneficiaries adhering to Health Services policies and guidelines.
• Travel to villages to participate in health fairs, nutrition education, and wellness and prevention programs.
• Assist with quality assurance and improvement activities related to grant funding or accrediting body requirements.

Skills

Cultural competency

Communication skills

Data collection

Electronic health records

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics

Registered Dietitian license (RD) – Alaska

Rural Alaska or Alaska Native care experience preferred

Tools

Electronic health records

Patient management systems

Job description

Location

Fairbanks, AK, US

Organization Name

Health Services

Job Summary

As a new or recently graduated Registered Dietician the resident works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to gain competency in providing individual or group nutrition screening, assessment, diagnosis, education, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation. Under the supervision of an experienced clinician, recommends nutritional plans for patients based on their clinical diagnoses and the patient’s individual needs and readiness.

Adheres to the TCC Ch’eghwtsen’ model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion, and empathy.

Essential Functions

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by the incumbent. Incumbent may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Representative Duties

1. Provide comprehensive medical nutrition therapy to TCC Health Services beneficiaries through one-on-one visits and/or group classes.
2. Provide other preventative nutrition services for TCC beneficiaries, with priority on patients at high risk for chronic diseases.
3. Provided nutrition and education services to patients via telehealth when indicated and appropriate.
4. Develop nutrition education materials including articles for the print and electronic media, health fairs, and group education.
5. Manage, implement, and maintain the nutritional supplement program for TCC beneficiaries adhering to TCC policies and guidelines.
6. Travel to villages to participate in health fairs, nutrition education, and wellness and prevention programs.
7. Assist with quality assurance and improvement activities related to grant funding or accrediting body requirements.

Other Responsibilities

1. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
2. May be required to travel to communities throughout the TCC region.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition and dietetics with less than two years’ experience.
2. Must hold a current Registered Dietitian license (RD) with the State of Alaska.
3. Previous experience working in Rural Alaska or providing medical care to Alaska Natives preferred.
4. Must pass background check pursuant to federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements and State of Alaska background check.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. In-depth knowledge of chronic disease processes, pathophysiology, treatment, and prevention strategies required.
2. High level of cultural competency with the ability to adapt curriculum content and teaching to varying cognitive abilities and beliefs.
3. Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
4. Ability to make independent judgments and work well under pressure.
5. Ability to collect accurate data, maintain records, and compile reports.
6. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
7. Computer literacy including the use of Microsoft Office is required. Familiarity with using electronic health records and patient management systems.

Supervision

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical demands

Work requires considerable walking, standing, stretching, bending, and lifting to assist patients, move equipment, and issue supplies. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Work is primarily in a clinic setting with occasional travel to villages. May be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Summation

Must be willing to effectively teach educational materials to patients.