Clinical Oncology Nutritionist

Florida Cancer Specialists•Florida - Remote, FL

12d•Remote

About The Position

The Clinical Oncology Nutritionist assesses patients’ nutritional status and provides appropriate medical nutrition therapy and education to improve, maintain, or optimize that status. The role provides disease-specific management and applies oncology principles to help manage patients’ diets during chemotherapy and address treatment side effects. The nutritionist works with patients and families throughout treatment and beyond to explain the disease and nutrition plan, documents assessments and interventions in real time in the electronic medical record, and collaborates with oncologists and clinic staff to coordinate patient care. The position supports the company’s mission and the Care Management department. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, during daytime hours; the listed example is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The schedule may be flexible to meet patient and business needs. Travel is required.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Services.
At least three years of experience in the field of nutrition.
Maintain dietetic/nutritionist licensure and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration in the state of employment.
Attention to detail, excellent math and deduction skills, ability to work independently, good communication skills, data-entry skills, and knowledge of Excel.
Complete required background and drug screening; new hires must receive required vaccinations unless an exemption is approved.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or training in nutrition.
At least one year of oncology experience.
Office experience, including procedure entry, insurance, and medical terminology.
Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition (CSO).

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ nutritional status.
Provide medical nutrition therapy and/or education to improve, maintain, or optimize nutritional status.
Provide disease-specific nutrition management and use oncology principles to manage patients’ diets during chemotherapy and help address treatment side effects.
Work with patients and families throughout treatment and beyond to explain their disease and nutrition plan.
Document assessments and interventions in real time in the electronic medical record.
Collaborate with oncologists and clinic staff to assist in managing and coordinating patient care.
Support the mission of the company and the Care Management department.
Travel as required.