Clinical Dietitian II
About The Position
Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT). Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. The role is based at SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital. It is a per diem/casual, non-exempt position with day shifts of 8 hours on variable days and no weekend requirements. The posted pay range is $53.98 to $75.57 per hour. The position may involve handling hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited degree program and a supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Two years of recent relevant experience.
- Obtain Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential within 90 days, or hold one of the listed specialty credentials: CSDH, CSR, CSG, CSP, CSPCC, CSO, CSOWM, CSSD, CDCES, or CNSC.
- Strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
- Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments, following standardized operating procedures, and meeting deadlines.
- General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
- Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
- Ability to ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
- Ability to interact compassionately and effectively with patients and staff of diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors.
- Ability to retain and apply new knowledge and skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT).
- Use sound judgment and clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner.
- Build patient and healthcare-provider confidence and cooperation through assessment, monitoring, care, and effective communication.
- Follow local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and deliver optimal patient care.
- Manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs when required, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
