Clinical Dietitian II

Sutter Health•Castro Valley, CA

12h

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 patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses in a timely manner. Builds patient and family cooperation and confidence, as well as collaboration with other healthcare providers, through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety while delivering patient care. The position is at SEMC – Sutter Eden Medical Center. It is a per diem/casual, non-exempt role with a day shift, eight-hour shifts, variable days, and weekend work as needed. The role typically requires two years of recent relevant experience. The pay range is $53.25 to $74.55 per hour; actual starting pay may depend on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and organizational needs.

Requirements

Complete an accredited degree program and a supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics; credentialing must be completed within 45 days of hire and before billing.
Obtain Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) 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 prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized operating procedures.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based data and instructions.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by choosing appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to protect the privacy of patients’ protected health information (PHI).
Ability to interact compassionately and effectively with patients and staff across 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).
Implement patients’ plans of care based on their diagnoses in a timely manner.
Assess patients and provide attentive monitoring and care.
Communicate effectively with patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.