Registered Dietitian - Various Departments at UNLV Medicine

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 26

Salary

38.0

Posted On

21 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nutrition Management, Diabetes Self-Management Education, Patient Education, Interdisciplinary Care, Clinical Documentation, Mentoring, Patient Satisfaction, Compassionate Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

This position is responsible for providing outpatient nutrition management services to patients at UNLV Health. The position will work as part of a care team, working with faculty, residents, and students. Part Time and Full Time Positions Available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions. ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH * Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (actual work hours may vary depending on business need) * 12 Full Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment * 2 Half Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment * 20 PTO days per year * 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute (after 90 days of employment) * Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date * Note: Must be classified as Full Time to be eligible for all benefits EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS * Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or related field required * Completion of dietetic internship and trainee program or equivalent required RESPONSIBILITIES * Provides diabetes self-management education according to the ADCES Diabetes Care and Education Curriculum * Provides Nutrition consultation in the assigned interdisciplinary specialty clinics * Assumes a proactive role with patient/family education and patient/family satisfaction in the practice setting * Assumes personal accountability to enhance the patient experience by using high quality, patient satisfaction-directed interactions/tools/activities in the execution of duties * Always interacts with patients and families in a compassionate and respectful manner, at all times * Documents nutrition care plans and recommendations and ensures timely availability of information for inclusion in the interdisciplinary care plan * Participates in training of staff, students, and residents; and as requested by Department Manager, mentors, and provides education on areas of expertise PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS * May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods * May include performing repetitive tasks * May include working with challenging patients and clients * May include lifting up to 25 pounds UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. If you have any questions about our interview and hiring procedures, please contact Recruitment at healthjobs@medicine.unlv.edu [healthjobs@medicine.unlv.edu]

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient nutrition management and diabetes self-management education within interdisciplinary specialty clinics. Document care plans and participate in the training and mentoring of staff, students, and residents.