Clinical Dietitian IRP

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Staff Dietitian to provide comprehensive nutritional care to a diverse patient population including adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Responsibilities include screening, nutrition assessment, care plan development, and ongoing intervention.

The ideal candidate will oversee the work of dietetic technicians, work collaboratively with medical staff, and develop outreach and program planning activities. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional care to patients, including screening and nutrition assessment.
• Develop care plans and provide ongoing nutrition intervention.
• Organize work and prioritize programs to meet patient needs.

Job description

Staff Dietitians are responsible for providing nutritional care to patients which may include screening, nutrition assessment, care plan development, ongoing nutrition intervention, nutrition counseling, and diet education according to department and medical center policies and procedures.

Dietitians oversee the care provided by dietetic technicians and serve as the primary link between the patient care units, staff, and patients and the Department.

Staff Dietitians organize their work, set priorities, and plan programs to meet the priority nutrition and customer service needs of the patient population they serve.

Staff Dietitians are responsible for developing outreach activities and selected program planning.

Patient Population Served

• Adolescents (14-17 years)
• Neonates (0-6 months)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Children (7 months-13 years)
• Geriatrics (65+ years)

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.