Clinical Dietitian 2
About The Position
The Clinical Dietitian provides timely, evidence-based nutritional care and education to patients and families in the Rochester community and the University of Rochester employee community through individual consultations, group lifestyle programs, and other communication formats. The role specializes in a clinical area of expertise, applies advanced clinical judgment, and supports high-quality care that is responsive to patients’ needs and psychological well-being. The Clinical Dietitian uses the Nutrition Care Process and the electronic medical record to assess and monitor nutritional status, develop and communicate nutrition plans, and consult with patient-care teams. The role contributes to interdisciplinary practice, training, mentoring, program development, patient and community education, media outreach, and the development and review of evidence-based procedures and protocols. The position also serves as a clinical preceptor and mentor for dietetic interns and other learners and colleagues.
Requirements
- Master’s degree and two years of experience in nutrition and dietetics; or a bachelor’s degree, Commission on Dietetic Registration certification for degrees if certified before January 1, 2024, and two years of experience in nutrition and dietetics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Registered Dietitian or registry-eligible through the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
- Advanced certification in CNSC, CDCES, CSP, or another specialty certification approved by CCHP leadership, required within one year.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a multidisciplinary medical practice setting.
- Ability to prioritize workload and multitask accurately and efficiently.
- Strong clinical skills and capacity to mentor and train others.
- Creative and proactive problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform the Nutrition Care Process, including assessment, nutrition diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation, through patient discussions and individual or group education.
- Provide nutrition interventions that support patients’ psychological needs and incorporate evidence-based research into patient education, practice, and care management.
- Use the electronic medical record to assess and monitor nutritional status and communicate nutrition plans and their rationale to patients and care-team members.
- Serve as a consultant and resource to members of patients’ healthcare teams and use HIPAA-secure communication tools such as Zoom and MyChart.
- Make the Nutrition Care Process available for observation by dietetic interns, peers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in and lead interdisciplinary rounds and ongoing Self-Determination Theory training; take part in reflective practice meetings to improve nutrition interventions.
- Develop patient education materials and contribute to curriculum updates, new programs, grant-funded and government initiatives, research projects, community lifestyle programs, and nutrition presentations.
- Train and supervise peers and new staff on existing and newly developed programs.
- Pursue continuing education, maintain expertise, mentor Clinical Dietitians, and participate in relevant dietetic practice groups.
- Monitor state and national health policies and guidelines relevant to the area of expertise and inform colleagues of pertinent updates.
- Develop monthly media and community education content as directed by the CCHP Communications Manager, and provide nutrition and lifestyle education to University employees through presentations, videos, and written materials.
- Advise on new procedures and training materials, update existing procedures, evaluate literature and new products or techniques, and develop standards or protocols for evidence-based therapies in the specialty area.
- Serve as a clinical preceptor and mentor to dietetic interns and provide didactic training to students, peers, medical residents, and other medical professionals.
- Assist Senior Dietitians and the Clinical Nutrition Manager with orientation, training, and in-service education for nutrition staff.
- Mentor Clinical Dietitians and Lifestyle Counselors through observations, tape reviews, and processing meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
