Perinatal Dietician

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at USF Health Morsani College of Medicine seeks a full-time registered dietitian specializing in pregnancy and postpartum to provide personalized, evidence-based nutrition guidance to support maternal health and fetal development, assisting with creating meal plans, managing pregnancy conditions including healthy weight gain, management of nausea symptoms and food aversions, gestational diabetes, and optimizing intake of essential nutrients during pregnancy and in the postpartum period. This position requires a level II Background check and drug screen. This position is grant funded.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition or related field with at least one year of directly related position-specific experience. Licensed as Licensed Dietician or Licensed Nutritionist according to Florida Statutes 468.501 -468.518 (Part X) and/or Registration with the American Dietetic Association. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and counseling skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

A Master's degree in Dietetics or Nutrition is Preferred Experience in an outpatient and telehealth clinic setting. Background in maternal-child health, nursing, nutrition, public health, or related field. Experience in teaching and mentoring learners at various levels of training. Bilingual proficiency (e.g., English/Spanish) preferred. Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the

U.S. SB 1310

Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:

• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.

Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Personalized Nutrition Plans:

Develop tailored diet plans based on the individual's preferences, cultural needs, and specific health requirements.

Nutrient Guidance:

Educate patients on the importance of key nutrients like iron, calcium, folic acid, and protein during pregnancy and lactation

Condition and Symptom Management:

Provide dietary interventions for pregnancy-related conditions including gestational diabetes, anemia, nausea, reflux, constipation and food aversions.

Healthy Weight Management:

Help patients achieve and maintain a healthy weight gain during pregnancy and appropriate weight management postpartum.

Education and Counseling:

Empower patients with knowledge about making healthy food choices and understanding their body's nutritional needs.

Collaboration:

Work closely with doctors, midwives, and other healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary team. Develop and deliver patient education materials, group classes, and staff training sessions as needed. Support departmental academic activities, including teaching of residents, medical students, PA students, and other learners. Work Schedule & Environment Full-time, outpatient clinic-based position, Monday-Friday.

Primary locations:

Genesis Women's Center Opportunities for professional development, academic collaboration, and advancement within a large academic health system.