Per Diem - Dietitian

San José State University•San Jose, CA

3d•$27 - $100

About The Position

Health Services is seeking a Per Diem - Dietitian to support the health and well-being of SJSU students through nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and medical nutrition therapy. The position also collaborates with healthcare providers and campus partners and co-leads the Disordered Eating Care Coordination Team.

Requirements

Knowledge of a wide range of medical nutrition therapy for special medical conditions
General awareness of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), and a willingness to develop skills in their appropriate, responsible, and ethical use in a higher education environment, consistent with institutional policies and practices
Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary health care teams to address specific diet and nutrition needs
Knowledge of general principles, methods, materials, and resources for nutrition education and public information
Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment
Knowledge of assessment, intervention, and evaluation of nutritional status with appropriate care plans established to improve outcomes
Ability to use a full range of general nutrition counseling skills in performing the duties of the position
Ability to use a broad range of computer skills and software, including familiarity with medical charting
Ability to apply judgment and discretion to analyze appropriately and take effective action with tact
Ability to promote, organize, and facilitate group meetings
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition programs and materials
Knowledge with outpatient eating disorder treatment, evidence, and protocols
Effective communication across a variety of venues
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a program approved and accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Possess and maintain certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics accredited pre-professional experience program

Nice To Haves

Possess certification as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
Experience working with a higher education population
Experience providing nutritional counseling for clients with disordered eating and/or managing eating disorders
At least three years of clinical experience providing nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and medical nutrition therapy

Responsibilities

Conduct nutritional assessments and develop, evaluate, and monitor individualized plans of care
Provide evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and counseling
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, mental health counselors, and other Student Wellness Center professionals
Serve as a nutrition and dietetics resource for the campus community
Co-lead the Disordered Eating Care Coordination Team
Participate in outreach, health promotion, campus events, and continuous quality improvement initiatives