Registered Dietician

YSLETA DEL SUR PUEBLO•El Paso, TX

About The Position

Responsible for developing, implementing, and collaborating in multidisciplinary team-based approach between clinical services and community-based nutrition programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field
Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian (RD) and licensed in the State of Texas
Minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in clinical setting, public health, or community nutrition
Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and be insurable
Must be able to successfully pass a post-offer drug screen and criminal history background check
Knowledgeable of medical nutrition therapy principles and concepts
Knowledge of nutrition across the life span
Knowledge of public health concepts, food safety and quality standards
Knowledge of human behavior and methods for effecting behavior change
Knowledge of population trends and community assessment
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work independently and as part of a team-based approach
Must have good organizational skills
Must have good time management skills
Must be familiar with nutrition related ICD-10, CPT, and Healthcare Common Procedure Codes
Must have Microsoft Office applications skills
Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Must have good analytical skills
Ability to maintain confidential client information
Ability to obtain BLS/CPR and Food Handler’s permit
Must be culturally sensitive to minority (especially Native American) populations

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive nutrition assessments and provides individualized counseling for clients with complex health conditions
Develops and implements evidence-based nutrition interventions, including individualized meal plans, to address chronic disease and health risks
Monitors and evaluates client progress, providing follow-up care and communicating nutrition status and recommendations to referring providers
Document encounters in the patient Electronic Health Record (EHR) software to meet standards for billing on a timely basis (e.g., ADA, CMS)
Serves as a subject matter expert on multidisciplinary teams, supporting coordinated nutrition strategies for prevention and disease management.
Identifies nutrition-related trends and risk factor data which informs service development, early intervention strategies, and program improvement.
Collects and documents data as necessary for reports or grant requirements
Participates in outreach and engagement efforts to promote services
Practices cultural sensitivity by respecting cultural nuances of traditional foods into nutrition recommendations whenever possible
Other duties as assigned.