Clinical Dietitian II

Sutter Health•Roseville, CA

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 the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Builds patient and care-team confidence and cooperation 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 role requires completion of an accredited degree program and supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics. The required credential must be completed within 45 days of hire and before billing. The position is part-time, limited-term (fixed-term), non-exempt, with 24 weekly hours. The schedule is days, eight-hour shifts, variable days of the week, and rotating weekends. Benefits are available. The posted pay range is $53.98 to $75.57 per hour; actual starting pay may depend on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and organizational needs.

Requirements

Completion of 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.
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential within 90 days.
An advanced certification as determined by the hiring manager, such as RD-AP/RDN-AP, CSDH, CSR, CSG, CSP, CSPCC, CSO, CSOWM, CSSD, CDCES, or CNSC.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology to provide complex care.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including explaining sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and electronic health records (EHR).
Ability to interpret information and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
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).
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.
Protect the privacy of patients’ protected health information (PHI).
Prioritize assignments and meet deadlines while working within standardized procedures.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate established solutions.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and healthcare providers to meet departmental and corporate objectives.