Dietitian Specialist 3-Peds DBC (Bonus)

Loma Linda•Loma Linda, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dietitian Specialist 3 demonstrates expertise in completing inpatient and/or outpatient nutritional assessments and reassessments. Works collaboratively with the health care team to implement nutrition interventions and coordinates the nutrition care of the patient. Provides specialized nutrition education to patients and family members. Works as a team with dietitians, dietetic technicians and diet aides to improve performance standards. Provides in-services / lectures to clinical staff, and mentors clinical dietitians and other health care team members to improve performance standards; participates in educating dietetic and medical students; and serves as a consultant for physicians. Assigned duties may include inpatient, outpatient, and/or clinic settings; participation in out-patient group nutrition classes as assigned; fulfillment of appointments when referrals are received. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Nutrition-related field required.
Three years of clinical nutrition experience required.
Expert knowledge of clinical nutrition in area of specialty.
Handling/gripping, speed movements, fine dexterity, writing and speaking skills necessary for the job.
Able to read.
Able to write legibly.
Able to speak in English with professional quality.
Able to use computer and software programs necessary to the position.
Able to troubleshoot and calibrate office 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 assignments effectively.
Able to work well under pressure.
Able to problem solve.
Able to organize and prioritize workload.
Able to recall information with accuracy.
Able to pay close attention to detail.
Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace/patient care.
Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
Certification from Commission on Dietetic registration (RD/RDN) required.
Board Certified Specialty certification in specialty area required.
CCS Paneling, required, must be obtained within first year of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year in Pediatrics preferred.
Experience in two different specialty clinics preferred.
Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Completing inpatient and/or outpatient nutritional assessments and reassessments.
Collaborating with the health care team to implement nutrition interventions.
Coordinating the nutrition care of the patient.
Providing specialized nutrition education to patients and family members.
Working as a team with dietitians, dietetic technicians and diet aides to improve performance standards.
Providing in-services / lectures to clinical staff.
Mentoring clinical dietitians and other health care team members to improve performance standards.
Participating in educating dietetic and medical students.
Serving as a consultant for physicians.
Participating in out-patient group nutrition classes as assigned.
Fulfillment of appointments when referrals are received.
Performing other duties as needed.