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Senior Clinical Dietitian - Eating Disorder
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What they do
A Dietitian or Nutritionist provides clients with advice on healthy eating, and helps to plan nutritional menus. Works with individuals who have specific dietary needs, such as hospital patients, or oversees food programs in schools, hospitals, and other large organizations. May work in a community setting or non-profit, governmental, or public health organization, offering nutritional advice to specific groups of people.
$70,254 / year median in Wisconsin
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Summary :
The Clinic Dietitian, Senior provides medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals and groups for nutrition-related problems, chronic disease management, prevention and well-being. The Clinical Dietitian, Senior assesses nutritional status and develops and implements a comprehensive nutrition care plan. Completes nutrition focused physical assessments to accurately diagnose malnutrition. Supports writing and ordering parenteral and enteral nutrition for all hospitalized patients seven days per week when working inpatient. Participates in the interdisciplinary team providing care coordination, education, and support during the discharge process. Assists with planning, development, and implementation of department programs, policies, and goals.Job Description:
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provides medical nutrition therapy to individuals and groups for nutrition-related problems, chronic disease management, prevention and well-being. Applies critical thinking to the nutrition care process of nutrition diagnosis, intervention monitor and evaluate the patient's status and the effectiveness in creating a holistic plan of care that includes cultural diversity and special needs Manages complex cases and specialized nutrition support independently Serves as a preceptor or mentor for new staff and students Participates in interdisciplinary rounds providing care coordination, education and support Contributes to policy and procedure development Serves as a nutrition consultant across departments Presents at hospital/clinic or community-based nutrition education programs or support groups Provides Nutrition Education. Identifies formal and informal learning opportunities to provide appropriate nutrition education Participates in quality operating system (QOS) improvement efforts to improve nutrition care provided throughout the organization Other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS
Registered Dietitian Nutrition (RDN/RD) RDN/RD must be a State of Wisconsin Certified Dietitian (CD) or show proof of application for certification within 90 days of hire or transfer. Proven clinical experience, often with specialty focus (e.g., eating disorders, obesity, home care, oncology, nutrition support, critical care, diabetes)PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistance Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job dutiesWORK ENVIRONMENT
Climate controlled office setting with daily movement throughout the facility Interaction with department members and other healthcare providersScheduled Weekly Hours:
12Scheduled FTE:
0.3Location:
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center•Neenah•Neenah,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt:
No Worker Shift Details:
Days About ThedaCare ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services.We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market•Northeast Wisconsin•with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today's health care challenges. We've improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities. This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. Please contact the ThedaCare Employment Center to make your request at 920-830-5800 and then prompt "1". ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.