Registered Dietitian (Inpatient Services)

State of South Carolina • Richland County, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Registered Dietitian, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply. This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Inpatient Services, 7901 Farrow Road, Columbia, SC 29203. As the Registered Dietitian, working under limited supervision, you will plan, implement, and evaluate nutrition services for a designated area. You will assess the nutritional status of individuals of the designated population. You will serve as a liaison for Food and Nutrition Services and serve as a member of the health care team.

Requirements

• A master’s degree and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian or registration eligible.
• Or a bachelor’s degree with professional clinical or public health experience and registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a Registered Dietitian.
• Commission on Dietetic Registration RD credential and South Carolina Dietitian license.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of health practices and administration; and of education principles and methods as applied to health nutrition.
• Ability to plan, implement, supervise and evaluate nutrition programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Be able to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with healthcare providers, patients and families.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional status of individuals by obtaining and/or evaluating anthropometric measurements, biochemical tests, clinical, dietary, economic and social data.
• Provide all appropriate related documentation.
• Participate in the development, implementation and interpretation of nutrition policies, procedures and standards of care within areas of responsibility.
• Serve as contact person for specialized nutrition services within a designated area.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews, evaluate outcomes and recommend or implement cooperative action when necessary.
• Provide consultation and assistance to medical and other professional personnel on the diagnosis and treatment of nutrition disorders.
• Provide in-service training for staff within a specialized program or units of state agencies.
• Maintain appropriate credentials for practices; includes developing and maintaining age-specific competencies.
• Participate in the orientation and professional development of nutrition staff.
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department
• Provide services in a pleasant, helpful, and positive manner to demonstrate positive customer service.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

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