Dietitian II at UPMC

Altoona, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Nutrition Education, Counseling Skills, Mentoring Skills, Critical Thinking Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Make a Real Impact: Join UPMC Altoona as a Full-Time Dietitian II UPMC Altoona is looking for an energetic, full-time Dietitian to join our collaborative clinical team! Deliver expert nutrition care as a key member of the interdisciplinary team managing hospitalized patients. Your insights and interventions will drive better health outcomes and elevate the standard of care. This position will work Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM with rotating weekends What You’ll Do Deliver expert Medical Nutrition Therapy to hospitalized patients Identify and diagnose malnutrition using advanced assessment techniques Educate patients and families with personalized nutrition guidance Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes Mentor dietetic interns and lead evidence-based initiatives What We’re Looking For A credentialed Dietitian with clinical experience and a passion for patient-centered care A proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative hospital setting A strong communicator and educator with leadership potential Ready to bring your expertise to a team that values your voice and vision? Apply today and help us nourish lives from the inside out. *The qualified candidate will be placed into the appropriate job title (Dietitian or Dietitian II) and salary grade based on years of experience and education* Responsibilities: As required, knowledgeable about outpatient billing guidelines and performs necessary documentation to ensure compliance of client charges with regulatory requirements. Provide in-servicing or CEU opportunities to the multidisciplinary team at the department or facility level. Formulate a Nutrition Diagnosis and identify Malnutrition through application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment and the nationally established criteria for identification of malnutrition. Appropriate execution of order writing as governed by the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol. Provide appropriate nutritional education and counseling based upon patient/family learning needs and abilities. Demonstrate effective communication methods as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team. Mentor and train dietetic students, interns and support personnel and provide feedback for student and program improvement. Provide timely interventions as determined by Nutrition Risk level and the Plan of Care. Provide quality patient care to diverse patient populations using Medical Nutrition Therapy to include assessment, goals and plan of care. Lead one department initiative annually with the ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice. Accountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units & participate as a member of interdisciplinary committees, responding to needs and initiatives for nutrition care process improvement. As required, demonstrate professional writing skills adaptable to all health literacy levels in preparing materials, presentations and other communications Dietitian Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics. Registered Dietitian within 6 months of hire. Licensed Dietitian within 9 months of hire. Dietitian II Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics degree with 2 years clinical nutrition experience and registered dietitian OR Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with 1 year of clinical nutrition experience and registered dietitian Registered Dietitian required. Licensed Dietitian required. Skills: Analytical skills to accurately assess, plan, and evaluate outcomes. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment. Strong nutrition education/counseling and mentoring skills. Critical thinking skills for sound decision making. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) Registered Dietitian (RD) Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

Deliver expert Medical Nutrition Therapy to hospitalized patients and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Mentor dietetic interns and lead evidence-based initiatives.