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The University of Miami UHealth Department of UMHC - SCCC - Nutrition Services has an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinical Dietitian 2 – Specialty (H) in Miami. The incumbent functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team by providing nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy to align with the medical goals of cancer patients. The RD recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy based on the patient’s diagnosis, disease stage, and nutritional status. The RD will work closely with Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Care Services, including Exercise Physiology, Yoga Therapy, Massage Therapy, and other disciplines. This position also provides leadership and oversight to less experienced staff and acts as a resource of knowledge regarding patient nutrition in an oncology setting. This position demonstrates advanced clinical expertise through advanced board certification and focused leadership within a defined oncology subspecialty. The Clinical Dietitian 2 – Specialty supports innovation in practice, serves as a mentor to peers, and contributes to the development of clinical guidelines, training, and quality improvement efforts.
Core Job Functions
Assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops and implements nutritional care plans.
Documents the nutritional status and needs of hospitalized patients using established standards of care and practice guidelines.
Communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs of patients.
Initiates and follows patients for nutrient intake analysis and makes recommendations for continuity or initiation of alternate therapies.
Writes orders for diet, supplement, enteral/parenteral nutrition, and laboratory data per hospital policy.
Provides counseling and education to patients and their families regarding various topics in medical nutrition therapy and drug‑nutrient interactions.
Serves as a clinical nutrition resource and subject matter expert to physicians, patients, and staff.
Ensures regulatory compliance including federal, state, and accrediting agencies.
Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions
Confers with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs of patients.
Assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops and implements nutritional care plans.
Initiates and follows patients for nutrient intake analysis and makes recommendations for continuity or initiation of alternate therapies.
Documents the nutritional status and needs of patients using established standards of care and practice guidelines.
Writes changes for diet orders, supplements, enteral/parenteral nutrition, and laboratory data per hospital policy.
Serves as a clinical nutrition resource and subject matter expert to physicians, patients, and staff.
Creates and revises education materials for patients and staff related to disease management through medical nutrition therapy.
Leads program development and quality improvement projects designed to enhance patient care, acting on quality improvement data and plans.
Participates in professional growth activities and learning opportunities, attends and contributes to conferences and seminars.
Supports oversight and training of new dietitians, interns, and technicians to assigned areas.
Develops and contributes to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center education programs.
Provides in‑service education to clinicians on nutritional aspects.
Participates in departmental performance improvement activities and training.
Core Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field.
Certification and Licensing:
Current state licensure (LDN‑ Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist). Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition. Board certified in relevant specialty or field (CSO‑ Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition or CNSC‑ Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) or must obtain within one‑year of hire.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years as a Registered Dietitian in a healthcare setting; Two years as a Registered Dietitian in the specialty field of oncology nutrition (preferred).
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to evaluate body composition and conduct a nutrition‑focused physical exam.
Skill in Evidence‑Based Nutrition Practice Guidelines to develop, implement and coordinate best practices.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
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Clinical Dietitian 2 - Specialty (H)
role at
University of Miami
Current Employees:
If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet.
The University of Miami UHealth Department of UMHC - SCCC - Nutrition Services has an exciting opportunity for a full time Clinical Dietitian 2 – Specialty (H) in Miami. The incumbent functions as an integral member of the clinical interdisciplinary team by providing nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy to align with the medical goals of cancer patients. The RD recommends appropriate medical nutrition therapy based on the patient’s diagnosis, disease stage, and nutritional status. The RD will work closely with Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Care Services, including Exercise Physiology, Yoga Therapy, Massage Therapy, and other disciplines. This position also provides leadership and oversight to less experienced staff and acts as a resource of knowledge regarding patient nutrition in an oncology setting. This position demonstrates advanced clinical expertise through advanced board certification and focused leadership within a defined oncology subspecialty. The Clinical Dietitian 2 – Specialty supports innovation in practice, serves as a mentor to peers, and contributes to the development of clinical guidelines, training, and quality improvement efforts.
Core Job Functions
Assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops and implements nutritional care plans.
Documents the nutritional status and needs of hospitalized patients using established standards of care and practice guidelines.
Communicates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs of patients.
Initiates and follows patients for nutrient intake analysis and makes recommendations for continuity or initiation of alternate therapies.
Writes orders for diet, supplement, enteral/parenteral nutrition, and laboratory data per hospital policy.
Provides counseling and education to patients and their families regarding various topics in medical nutrition therapy and drug‑nutrient interactions.
Serves as a clinical nutrition resource and subject matter expert to physicians, patients, and staff.
Ensures regulatory compliance including federal, state, and accrediting agencies.
Adheres to University and unit‑level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions
Confers with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate medical and nutritional needs of patients.
Assesses the nutritional needs of patients and develops and implements nutritional care plans.
Initiates and follows patients for nutrient intake analysis and makes recommendations for continuity or initiation of alternate therapies.
Documents the nutritional status and needs of patients using established standards of care and practice guidelines.
Writes changes for diet orders, supplements, enteral/parenteral nutrition, and laboratory data per hospital policy.
Serves as a clinical nutrition resource and subject matter expert to physicians, patients, and staff.
Creates and revises education materials for patients and staff related to disease management through medical nutrition therapy.
Leads program development and quality improvement projects designed to enhance patient care, acting on quality improvement data and plans.
Participates in professional growth activities and learning opportunities, attends and contributes to conferences and seminars.
Supports oversight and training of new dietitians, interns, and technicians to assigned areas.
Develops and contributes to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center education programs.
Provides in‑service education to clinicians on nutritional aspects.
Participates in departmental performance improvement activities and training.
Core Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a related field.
Certification and Licensing:
Current state licensure (LDN‑ Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist). Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition. Board certified in relevant specialty or field (CSO‑ Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition or CNSC‑ Certified Nutrition Support Clinician) or must obtain within one‑year of hire.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years as a Registered Dietitian in a healthcare setting; Two years as a Registered Dietitian in the specialty field of oncology nutrition (preferred).
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to evaluate body composition and conduct a nutrition‑focused physical exam.
Skill in Evidence‑Based Nutrition Practice Guidelines to develop, implement and coordinate best practices.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
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