Dietitian Diabetes Educator

Join our dynamic outpatient practice clinic as a full-time Nutrition Counselor, Dietitian or Diabetes Educator. Our practice healthcare providers offer a full spectrum of services to patients of all ages and looking forward in growing our team to support the needs of our surrounding communities.

Summary

4 Day work week options: Evaluates, assesses and plans nutrition care specific to outpatients of all ages. Additionally, provides nutrition information to staff, physicians, students and the community individually and through group programs. Reports directly to the Diabetes and Outpatient Nutrition Manager.

Education

Five to six years of formal training or education beyond the high school level (e.g., Masters Degree or five-year program).

Certification, Registration & Licensure

Registration required: Registered Dietitian - R.D.

Licensure required: Licensed Dietitian - L.D.

Experience

Requires experience working in a clinical setting (can include internship). At least 2 years experiences in nutrition, ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, and possess knowledge of growth and development of young and older adults in multicultural populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops patient-centered treatment plans.

Completes comprehensive nutrition assessments.

Assumes responsibility for his or her own professional development and pursues continuing education to

develop and maintain DSME/T knowledge and skills.

Maintains a level of productivity that supports patient access and office needs.

Manages workload and processes to meet patient care and diabetes office needs.

Manages insurance and charge requirements.

Completes hospital and departmental requirements.

Participates in hospital and/or departmental initiatives/special projects.

Takes responsibility for individual performance goals.

Performs other duties as assigned.