Clinical Dietitian III at Sutter Health

Mountain View, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

71.25

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy, Diabetes Self-Management Education, Patient Assessment, Clinical Skills, Communication, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, Electronic Health Records, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Medical Terminology, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Patient Interaction

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD Position Overview: Provides care to one or more of the following patient populations: • Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) or Diabetes Self-Management Education/Training (DSMT) to patients where an advanced credential is a department requirement. • Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to patients supported by California Children’s Services. Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Job Description: These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). EDUCATION: Completion of an accredited degree program and a supervised practice program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: RD-Registered Dietitian/RDN-Registered Dietitian Nutritionist TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 5 years recent relevant experience SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Utilizes advanced nutrition and/or diabetes education knowledge and skills in the treatment of patients with varying medical conditions in the areas of expertise required by the department. Provides complex care using a strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology. Excellent written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR). Ability to: Interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures, to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Work autonomously, as well as part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI). Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate. Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors. Retain and apply new knowledge. Job Shift: Day/Evening Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: None Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 36 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $54.81 to $71.25 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) or Diabetes Self-Management Education/Training (DSMT) to specific patient populations, requiring the implementation of patient care plans based on diagnosis using sound judgment and advanced clinical skills. The dietitian must gain patient and provider cooperation through competent assessment, monitoring, and effective communication while adhering to all relevant regulations.