Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Services

Olympic Medical; Port Angeles (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic Medical Center in Port Angeles, WA, seeks a Dietitian to provide nutrition care, counseling, and education to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings. You will participate in diabetes management education, and contribute to menu planning and patient meal plans within a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in dietetics and registration as a RD, with Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Registered Dietitian required.
• Washington State license eligibility required.
• Certifications such as CDE, MNT or CNSC preferred.
• Must acquire WA Food Handler’s license within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutrition care, counseling and education to patients.
• In-patient and out-patient care across medical/surgical, rehab, oncology and more.
• Assist in menu planning and patient meal plans; support social services and education.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Patient education

Public speaking

Diabetes management

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Dietetics)

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER: Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

FTE: 0% WORK SHIFT Days PAY RANGE: $32.05 - $48.48 UNION: SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS: Weekend & Holiday Shifts: Yes On Call Shifts: No

JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary function of the dietitian is to provide nutrition care, counseling and education to patients. Works with patients who are receiving treatment in multiple areas including medical/surgical, rehabilitation, long-term care, oncology, critical care, and cardiac rehabilitation. Also provides education in diabetes management and maternal and child nutrition/public health. Dietitians provide in-patient care and out-patient counseling at the medical center and its facilities and participate in public speaking, seminars and group classes. Dietitians also serve as advisors in menu planning, patient meal plans, social service and educational settings.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Training in counseling, motivational interviewing, educational and/or public speaking desired.

EXPERIENCE

• One-year recent experience in acute care and/or ambulatory setting required.
• Experienced in diabetes and weight management care preferred.

LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS

• Registered dietitian required.
• Certifications such as Certified Diabetes Educator, Medical Nutrition Therapy or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred.
• Washington State Certified Dietitian or eligibility required.
• American Dietetic Association member preferred.
• Must acquire Washington State Food Handler’s License within 60 days of employment.

BENEFITS INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.

Olympic Medical Center, the largest employer in Clallam County, has a wide variety of employment opportunities.

We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff!

We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees.

OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs.

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Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to myriad opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, and a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

I find the staff and employees very caring and open, and I'm thrilled that there was an opening in my specialty to be able to come here. - Dr. Zina Hajduczok

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