Clinical Dietitian II

Sutter Health•Town of Babylon, NY

2d•$53 - $75

About The Position

Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT). Uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement patient plans of care based on diagnosis in a timely manner. Builds confidence and cooperation among patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety while providing patient care. The role requires completion of an accredited degree program and supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credentialing must be completed within 90 days, and credentialing must be completed within 45 days of hire prior to billing. Advanced certification may be determined by the hiring manager; the posting identifies CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist). Typical experience is two years of recent relevant experience. The position is a regular, full-time, non-exempt role with a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, eight-hour shifts and 40 hours per week. No weekend work is required. The posted pay range is $53.25 to $74.55 per hour; pay may vary based on work location and other candidate and organizational factors. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited degree program and a supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Complete credentialing within 45 days of hire and before billing.
RD (Registered Dietitian) or RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) credential within 90 days.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
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 prioritization and meeting deadlines within standardized operating procedures.
General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to interpret information and instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an interrupt-driven environment.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems using established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships and interact effectively with people of diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification as determined by the hiring manager; the posting identifies CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist).

Responsibilities

Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT).
Implement patient plans of care based on diagnosis using sound judgment and developed clinical skills, in a timely manner.
Assess patients and provide attentive monitoring and care.
Communicate effectively with patients, families or support groups, and other healthcare providers to gain confidence and cooperation.
Comply with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and work within standardized procedures.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Protect each patient's protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Interact compassionately and effectively with patients and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Retain and apply new knowledge and skills.