Clinical Nutritionist
About The Position
The Nutritionist, under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director / Sport Medicine, is responsible for the daily nutritional needs of all the intercollegiate athletic teams. This person must provide exceptional nutritional guidance, education, and information for the student-athletes and sports programs regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, healthy eating, and living. The incumbent will assess and counsel student-athletes on optimal nutritional practices for exercise training, competition, recovery from practice, recovery from injury and illness, weight management, hydration, and supplementation. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or a related field is required.
- A minimum of 1 year of experience.
- Must possess licensure in Dietetics/Nutrition, in good standing, in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, or eligible to pursue upon being hired.
- Demonstrated experience working with spreadsheets and relevant databases.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrate professional competency and skills required for professional practice, including, but not limited to, current food, nutrition, and health issues and research related to sports nutrition.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Experience working with healthcare professionals from a variety of disciplines.
- The ability to manage several tasks and/or projects simultaneously.
- Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and a commitment to customer service.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong integrity and character who shares a commitment to knowing and complying with NCAA, Conference, and University rules.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD) preferred.
- Three (3) or more years of experience at the Division I collegiate level.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the daily nutritional needs of all the intercollegiate athletic teams.
- Provide exceptional nutritional guidance, education, and information for the student-athletes and sports programs regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, healthy eating, and living.
- Assess and counsel student-athletes on optimal nutritional practices for exercise training, competition, recovery from practice, recovery from injury and illness, weight management, hydration, and supplementation.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- Maintain yearly continuing education in the field of sports dietetics.
- Work experience that demonstrates the ability to work successfully with a diverse student population.
- Comply with NCAA, Conference, and University rules.
Benefits
- Full medical, dental, vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
- Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
- A generous retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
