Dietitian - Maternal & Fetal Medicine (Certified Diabetes Care Educator)

OhioHealth • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Dietitian works primarily in Maternal and Fetal Medicine, using evidence-based medical nutrition therapy to assess nutrition risk and needs, develop and implement nutrition care plans, and support oral and nutrition-support needs. The role primarily serves patients, employees and employers, and community events. Through education, counseling, and lifestyle skill development, the Dietitian facilitates behavioral change to help prevent or manage disease and improve quality of life. The position focuses on a dedicated nutrition specialty and is supported by board certification in a specialty area such as diabetes or nutrition support. The posting notes potential for senior-level placement based on advanced experience.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, day-shift position operating mostly at Riverside Methodist Hospital, with travel to Grant Medical Center, Dublin Methodist Hospital, Doctors Hospital, and Pickerington Methodist Hospital. Work includes direct patient care (80%) and indirect patient care activities (20%).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration; the credential must be achieved within six months of hire. A limited permit is required if the RD credential has not been obtained at hire.
• Licensed Dietitian with the State Medical Board of Ohio required.
• One year of experience required.
• Certification from a nationally recognized organization listed in the posting is required: National Board for Nutrition Support Certification; Commission on Dietetic Registration Certification; Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education; American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation; The Academy of Lactation Policy and Practice, Inc.; or North American Transplant Coordinators Organization. Other certifications may be reviewed individually by clinical nutrition leadership.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills; self-starter and team-player capabilities.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and analyze technical work; solve problems; interpret data, processes, and needs based on limited information; prioritize workload; make recommendations; and implement objectives effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and by telephone, and to use language services as needed.
• Ability to think critically, work independently and under pressure, perform basic math and statistical functions, manage multiple assignments, compose written material, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Potential senior-level placement for candidates with advanced experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutrition using age-appropriate standards, validated assessment tools, and nutrition-focused physical assessments; document nutrition-related diagnoses when indicated.
• Provide care consistent with Registered Dietitian Nutritionist standards of practice and professional performance, including age-appropriate plans of care for patients and families.
• Coordinate nutrition therapy with physicians and other health professionals and participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care-planning sessions.
• Plan, implement, and adapt nutrition care plans to physician orders and patients’ age- and disease-specific needs, including appropriate feeding route, mode, and nutrition prescription.
• Teach cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to promote positive lifestyle changes.
• Actively participate on multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to medical nutrition therapy against specific goals and adjust care when indicated.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about nutritional therapy using appropriate learning and communication methods.
• Support development and revision of nutrition-related department tools, training materials, policies, and procedures; keep current with research and incorporate applicable developments into programs and services.
• Participate in evaluation of clinical nutrition products and equipment.
• Conduct telemedicine consultations to assess and analyze diet and disease-prevention strategies.
• Educate and train interdisciplinary team members, students, and interns.
• Foster teamwork and develop strategies for innovative programs that support clinical nutrition and financial outcomes.
• Support quality improvement, research, and outcome studies; identify and communicate opportunities to reduce waste and improve services.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation, including appropriate use of order-writing privileges in the electronic medical record.
• Comply with regulatory standards, confidentiality requirements, HIPAA regulations, and patient-rights policies.
• Attend departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs as appropriate; maintain applicable national program standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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