Clinical Dietitian II - Gastroenterology - Philadelphia, PA - $70,000 to $85,000
Philadelphia, PA · $70,000 to $85,000
OPEN JOB: Clinical Dietitian II - Gastroenterology LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA SALARY: $70,000 to $85,000 FULL-TIME BENEFITS - Full RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Our client, a large Hospital in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced pediatric Clinical Registered Dietitian (RD) to provide medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to pediatric patients seen in the Department of Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition. JOB SUMMARY:
The Clinical Dietitian II is responsible for patients in GI outpatient clinics including satellites but may also cover inpatients on GI service.
This includes GI patients within the Healthy Teens Healthy Kids Weight Management & Bariatric Program.
The Clinical Dietitian II will perform comprehensive nutrition assessments, diagnose nutrition-related problems, determine, and implement appropriate targeted nutrition interventions, and monitor and evaluate outcomes utilizing the Nutrition Care Process.
The Clinical Dietitian II may have medical nutrition order writing privileges and may participate in EMR order entry for oral nutrition supplements, modulars, oral diets, tube feedings (enteral nutrition) and intravenous feedings (parenteral nutrition) per the Clinical Registered Dietitian Medical Nutrition Therapy Order Management Protocol.
The Clinical Dietitian II is responsible for nutrition education to patients and parents and may participate in on-going education programs for hospital staff, community, parent groups and professional organizations.
Participates in performance improvement and outcome research activities.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to work with various members of multidisciplinary teams and other employees throughout the organization.
Strong knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy principles as they relate to pediatric gastroenterology and obesity population.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to patients and families, medical staff, and physicians.
Ability to function independently and demonstrate effective time management. Ability to counsel and educate others.
Strong knowledge in the scientific rationale and application of oral nutrition supplements, infant and pediatric formulas, enteral nutrition support, intravenous feedings and feeding modules (carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamins and minerals).
General knowledge of Word, Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, EMR.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition
Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credentialed.
Pennsylvania State Licensure (LDN) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Two years related experience required as a Clinical Registered Dietitian with pediatric clinical experience preferred.
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