Registered Dietitian

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

48d•$27

About The Position

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutritional care individually and as part of an interdisciplinary outpatient care team. The Registered Dietitian is responsible for educating patients, family, professional staff and students/interns. The Registered Dietitian works under the general direction and is responsible to the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead position. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for providing all types of nutritional care as part of an interdisciplinary team. In addition, the Clinical Dietitian is responsible for educating patients, family, professional staff and students/interns. The Clinical Dietitian works under general direction and reports to the Clinical Nutrition Manager. The Clinical Dietitian willingly participates in the patient care teams and supports other team members. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks: • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plan available for staff and family • Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution for UAMS • Basic Life Insurance up to $50000 • Career Training and Educational Opportunities • Merchant Discounts • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Requirements

Registered Dietitian
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Arkansas
Strong oral and written communication skills
Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience
Registered Dietitian and Licensed by the State of Arkansas preferred
Registered Dietitian II RD, LD 1 year clinical experience
Registered Dietitian III Master’s degree required or Specialty Certification required
Precepts dietetic interns in the UAMS internship program 2+ years’ experience
Registered Dietitian IV 4 + years’ experience Master’s required Specialty Certification required

Responsibilities

providing nutritional care individually and as part of an interdisciplinary outpatient care team
educating patients, family, professional staff and students/interns