Dietitian II

PeaceHealth • Springfield, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

PeaceHealth is hiring a Dietitian II for a per diem/relief, 0.00 FTE, day position. The role coordinates all aspects of nutrition care and consults with other healthcare professionals as needed. The salary range is $36.46–$54.68; the hiring rate depends on factors including education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreement terms, and seniority.

The Dietitian uses the Nutrition Care Process to assess patients, identify nutrition diagnoses, implement interventions, set patient-specific goals, and monitor, evaluate, and follow up on outcomes. The role provides evidence-based nutrition education to patients and families in outpatient and/or inpatient settings, consults with healthcare providers, and participates in interdisciplinary teams. It also involves documenting in the electronic medical record, referring patients to other services and community resources when appropriate, and contributing to departmental and hospital quality and process improvement programs.

Bariatric Surgery Dietitians provide individual nutrition counseling, teach group classes, lead support groups, and participate in program events. A specialist certification in Obesity and Weight Management is required for this work or must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related field; caregivers who earned their Registered Dietitian license before January 1, 2024, when a bachelor's degree was sufficient, are grandfathered.
• At least 3 years of experience in a related setting as a Registered Dietitian.
• Registered Dietitian credential required upon hire.
• Upon hire, a national dietitian certification applicable to the work performed is required: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, or a Board Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition, Renal Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition, Sports Dietetics, Gerontological Nutrition, or Nutrition Wound Care. An alternative certification requirement applies to Bariatrics.
• Oregon Licensed Dietitian credential may be required upon hire for outpatient and PHMG/ambulatory dietitians in Oregon; inpatient dietitians are not required to maintain state certification.
• Demonstrated skill in teaching adults with varying competency levels.
• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate instructional modules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with a variety of departments and independently manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs.
• For Bariatric Surgery Dietitians, specialist certification in Obesity and Weight Management issued by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required or must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of nutrition care and consult with other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Use the Nutrition Care Process to conduct nutrition assessments, identify nutrition diagnoses, implement appropriate interventions, set patient-specific goals, and monitor, evaluate, and follow up on outcomes.
• Provide evidence-based nutrition education to patients and families in outpatient and/or inpatient settings.
• Provide consult services to other healthcare providers and participate in the interdisciplinary team.
• Document in the electronic medical record in accordance with policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Refer patients to other services, agencies, and community resources when appropriate.
• Contribute to departmental and hospital quality and process improvement, including planning, implementing, and evaluating programs.
• For Bariatric Surgery Dietitians: provide individual nutrition counseling, teach group nutrition classes, lead support groups, and participate in program events, including information sessions, pre- and postoperative weight loss groups, and bariatric forums.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan for caregiver contributions (for positions less than 0.5 FTE).
• Wellness benefits (for positions less than 0.5 FTE).
• Discount program (for positions less than 0.5 FTE).
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program (for positions less than 0.5 FTE).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level