Registered Dietitian, Nutrition Services

Olympic Medical Center•Port Angeles, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the dietitian is to provide nutrition care, counseling and education to patients. Works with patients who are receiving treatment in multiple areas including medical/surgical, rehabilitation, long-term care, oncology, critical care, and cardiac rehabilitation. Also provides education in diabetes management and maternal and child nutrition/public health. Dietitians provide in-patient care and out-patient counseling at the medical center and its facilities and participate in public speaking, seminars and group classes. Dietitians also serve as advisors in menu planning, patient meal plans, social service and educational settings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
One-year recent experience in acute care and/or ambulatory setting required.
Registered dietitian required.
Washington State Certified Dietitian or eligibility required.
Must acquire Washington State Food Handler’s License within 60 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred.
Training in counseling, motivational interviewing, educational and/or public speaking desired.
Experienced in diabetes and weight management care preferred.
Certifications such as Certified Diabetes Educator, Medical Nutrition Therapy or Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) preferred.
American Dietetic Association member preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nutrition care, counseling and education to patients.
Work with patients receiving treatment in medical/surgical, rehabilitation, long-term care, oncology, critical care, and cardiac rehabilitation.
Provide education in diabetes management and maternal and child nutrition/public health.
Provide in-patient care and out-patient counseling.
Participate in public speaking, seminars and group classes.
Serve as advisors in menu planning, patient meal plans, social service and educational settings.