Registered Dietician/Nutritionist I - Commack/Westbury

Stony Brook University • Stony Brook, NY

398d • $59,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The Registered Dietician/Nutritionist I will work at the World Trade Center Health Program's Long Island Clinical Center of Excellence at Stony Brook Medicine. This role involves assessing the nutritional needs of patients, providing counseling to promote healthier diets, and collaborating with a clinical team to enhance patient care. The position requires documentation of nutrition plans and data collection for quality improvement purposes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in nutrition or related degree program.
• Completion of a Dietetic Internship.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in nutrition or related field.
• Registered Dietitian or RD-eligible status.
• Experience providing personal and group counseling on diet and lifestyle improvements.
• Experience in medical documentation using an electronic medical record system.
• Previous internship experience with the World Trade Center Health and Wellness Program.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate needs of the WTC responder population regarding nutritional programming and assist in developing educational programs.
• Assess individual patient nutritional status and needs, develop individualized nutritional plans, and document in patients' medical records.
• Collect data and write reports to evaluate effectiveness and provide insights and recommendations.
• Collaborate with clinical and member services teams to provide excellent care, including scheduling appointments and educating members.
• Assist with administrative and clerical support in collaboration with the case management team and care providers.
• Create and maintain spreadsheets and databases for nutrition appointments and communications.
• Produce and maintain thorough, accurate, and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
• Document interactions with members, detailing services provided and outcomes of calls.
• Assist with member pre-screening assessments and face-to-face assessments.
• Regularly collaborate with case management and communicate with members and interdisciplinary team members.
• Assist nutrition faculty on research projects involving the WTC responder population.
• Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree