Orthopedic Sports Dietitian - Twin Cities Orthopedics

Revo Health•St Paul, MN

35d•$60,000 - $68,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Orthopedic Sports Dietitian integrates the clinical aspects of dietetics, performance fueling, tactical athletics, weight management, corporate and community wellness to provide empowered nutritional care, programming and education to the Twin Cities Orthopedics community and partners. This dietetic role will be centered in the Twin Cities (east/south metro) at a Training HAUS | TCO clinic for dietetic patient care and act as a member of the University of St. Thomas Nutrition Staff to provide part-time nutrition services to student-athletes at University of St. Thomas. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday – Friday with some weekend & evening events. Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from institution credentialed by Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics and (ACEND) required
Completed ACEND accredited supervised practice program
Attained and upheld Registered Dietitian (RD, RDN) credentials through Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Minnesota dietetic licensure (LD, LDN) within 1 month of hire date.
2+ years of sports nutrition in athletic and/or tactical organization required as a registered dietitian; additional clinical, corporate wellness, digestive health, weight management and/or behavioral health experience preferred.
Ability to: Convey dietetic profession with confidence and positivity in interdepartmental collaborative settings
Competency in public speaking in outreach setting with positive outcomes
Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
Apply dietetic care and body composition assessment according to evidence-based patient centered scope of practice guidelines.
Complete job required training.
Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
Work in the clinic during business hours, and extended/ hours for events and programs
Travel independently throughout the clinic (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Understand and execute a variety of instructions
Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
Work independently with minimal supervision
Travel to other work locations, if required

Nice To Haves

Certifications relevant to degree (Master’s/PhD, CDR board certifications preferred)
2+ years of sports nutrition in athletic and/or tactical organization required as a registered dietitian; additional clinical, corporate wellness, digestive health, weight management and/or behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement and conduct individual, small and large group nutrition and wellness programs related to activity and sports performance, weight management, medical nutrition therapy, disordered eating and general health initiatives
Provide public health education events in an adaptable outreach setting with interdepartmental collaborative functionality
Provide individual therapeutic outpatient nutrition counseling and biometric screening in an orthopedic setting to support patient performance, health, activity and wellness goals
Collaborate with internal and external parties to develop and implement solutions for nutrition consultation and education needs
Introduce self and programs throughout the organization; develop meaningful relationships at multiple clinic sites
Developing, evaluating, revising, and organizing educational materials, classes and teaching materials. Able to utilize electronic and audiovisual systems for education purposes appropriately.
Foster community relationships relating to nutrition services with partners who share the organization’s core values; remain active in community projects and outreach initiatives.
Participate in strategy development and implementation of nutrition-based weight management, digestive health and/or performance nutrition programs
Provide marketing and discussion of nutrition programs to providers internally and externally
Communicate regularly (multiple times per month) with MDs/physical therapy managers and interdisciplinary team to best implement high quality, collaborative nutrition programs
Possess an authentic desire to make a difference in the lives of our clients and community
Ensure goals and strategies of TCO are implemented in the growth and development of nutrition services
Practice within the scope of MN State rules/regulations
Monitor payments, attendance, and accountability reports for programs
Work within set budgets for equipment/supply purchasing
Maintain safe environment for patients and staff
Participate in community functions relating to outreach events throughout the year
Any and all other duties as assigned