Clinical Dietitian II

Sutter Health•Burlingame, CA

4d•Onsite

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/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Requirements

Master's degree OR RD/RDN evidencing the completion of the required level of education
RD-Registered Dietitian OR RDN-Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
2 years recent relevant experience
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Well-developed time management and organizational skills
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR).

Responsibilities

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/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
Provides complex care using a strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology.
Explains sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Prioritizes assignments and works within standardized operating procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Interprets a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Prioritizes assignments and works within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Works autonomously, as well as part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identifies, evaluates, and resolves standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensures the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Builds collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Interacts compassionately and effectively with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors.
Retains and applies new knowledge and skills.