Dietitian Specialist 1

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

14h • $41 - $55 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian Specialist 1 is responsible for completing inpatient and/or outpatient nutritional assessments and reassessments according to scheduled timeframes and implementing appropriate interventions to improve the nutritional outcome of patients. Is responsible for providing nutrition education to patients and family members, mentoring dietetic technicians, and acting as a clinical preceptor to dietetic students and/or other health care team members. May be assigned duties in the inpatient and/or clinic setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Nutrition-related field required.
• Entry level knowledge of clinical nutrition in area of specialty.
• Able to read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality.
• Able to use computer and software programs necessary to the position.
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Able to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
• Able to accept direction.
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing and on the telephone.
• Able to think critically.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform basic math functions.
• Able to manage multiple information with accuracy.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for distinguishing various sounds associated with the workplace/patient care.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.
• Certification from Commission on Dietetic registration (RD or RDN) required.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish language proficiency

Responsibilities

• Completing inpatient and/or outpatient nutritional assessments and reassessments according to scheduled timeframes.
• Implementing appropriate interventions to improve the nutritional outcome of patients.
• Providing nutrition education to patients and family members.
• Mentoring dietetic technicians.
• Acting as a clinical preceptor to dietetic students and/or other health care team members.
• May be assigned duties in the inpatient and/or clinic setting.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.
• Accommodation assistance with accessing job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level