UC Davis Health Informatics
Pediatric Dietitian PD/Dietitian 1 PD
UC Davis Health Informatics, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
The Per Diem Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy for adult and pediatric patients in inpatient and outpatient areas, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Primary responsibilities include nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention and evaluating patient response to nutrition interventions. This position coordinates nutrition services with patient food services and the patient care team and participates in multidisciplinary team and department committees and projects. The Per Diem Dietitian contributes to the dietetic internship by acting as a preceptor for dietetic interns, teaching assigned classes, and may participate in curriculum development for an assigned area. May participate in promotional or community activities for UC Davis Health. Participates in compliance and performance improvement activities. Maintains professional competence.
Responsibilities
Use the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework (SODPF) to determine scope of practice and apply established SOP/SOPP in nutrition care while following evidence-based practice protocols and nutrition guidelines to determine nutrition interventions.
Provide nutrition care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and coordinate nutrition services with related departments.
Precept dietetic interns, teach assigned classes, and participate in curriculum development for an assigned area.
Engage in promotional or community activities for UC Davis Health as appropriate.
Participate in compliance and performance improvement activities and maintain ongoing professional competence.
Qualifications
Dietitian 1 and Dietitian track: Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to sit for the RD/RDN exam and must pass RD/RDN exam within 6 months after completing ACEND-accredited supervised practice. A Registration Eligible employee works under direct supervision of an RD/RDN.
Compliance with Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements within 3 months of hire or upon assignment change requiring BLS.
Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition/dietetics (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a Didactic Program in Dietetics and ACEND-accredited supervised practice experience.
Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and maintain registration via continuing professional education.
Ability to travel to hospital clinics and Primary Care Networks and work variable days and hours.
Strong academic and clinical nutrition background with knowledge of medical nutrition therapy principles, including enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
Experience with computers and electronic medical records; strong written and verbal communication skills; and effective teaching skills as a preceptor and in group classes.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a large teaching hospital or academic medical center.
Experience teaching and supervising dietetic interns or students.
More than one year of acute care experience and pediatric clinical nutrition experience.
Experience using electronic medical records.
Key Responsibilities
65% - Nutrition Care
20% - Coordination of Nutrition Services
10% - Dietetic Internship Education
5% - Advancement of Competence as Practitioner
Department Overview Clinical Nutrition Services provides nutrition assessment and interventions to inpatient and outpatient populations at UC Davis Health, as part of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. We support all food services and clinical nutrition needs for the UC Davis Health Sacramento campus and regional practices, with a mission to inspire health and healing through sustainable nutrition and medical nutrition therapy.
Position Information
Salary range: Dietitian 1 $43.68–$48.05; Dietitian $54.69 per hour
Salary Frequency: Biweekly
Appointment Type: Staff, Per Diem; Percentage of Time: 20%
Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002); On-site required
Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals; Benefits Eligible: No
Benefits
High quality and low-cost medical plans; UC contributes to dental and vision
Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy/parental leave and family leave
Paid holidays, PTO, vacation, and sick time
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement
Professional development and wellness programs; Employee Assistance Program
Additional insurance options and loan repayment programs; retirement benefit options
Work Environment & Compliance UC Davis maintains a smoke- and tobacco-free campus. This position may require background checks, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, CANRA compliance, and adherence to all policies and training requirements.
Equal opportunity employer: UC Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. For more information, visit the Anti-Discrimination Policy page.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every listed qualification. #YouBelongHere
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The Per Diem Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy for adult and pediatric patients in inpatient and outpatient areas, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Primary responsibilities include nutrition assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention and evaluating patient response to nutrition interventions. This position coordinates nutrition services with patient food services and the patient care team and participates in multidisciplinary team and department committees and projects. The Per Diem Dietitian contributes to the dietetic internship by acting as a preceptor for dietetic interns, teaching assigned classes, and may participate in curriculum development for an assigned area. May participate in promotional or community activities for UC Davis Health. Participates in compliance and performance improvement activities. Maintains professional competence.
Responsibilities
Use the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework (SODPF) to determine scope of practice and apply established SOP/SOPP in nutrition care while following evidence-based practice protocols and nutrition guidelines to determine nutrition interventions.
Provide nutrition care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and coordinate nutrition services with related departments.
Precept dietetic interns, teach assigned classes, and participate in curriculum development for an assigned area.
Engage in promotional or community activities for UC Davis Health as appropriate.
Participate in compliance and performance improvement activities and maintain ongoing professional competence.
Qualifications
Dietitian 1 and Dietitian track: Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or eligible to sit for the RD/RDN exam and must pass RD/RDN exam within 6 months after completing ACEND-accredited supervised practice. A Registration Eligible employee works under direct supervision of an RD/RDN.
Compliance with Basic Life Support (BLS) requirements within 3 months of hire or upon assignment change requiring BLS.
Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition/dietetics (or equivalent).
Successful completion of a Didactic Program in Dietetics and ACEND-accredited supervised practice experience.
Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and maintain registration via continuing professional education.
Ability to travel to hospital clinics and Primary Care Networks and work variable days and hours.
Strong academic and clinical nutrition background with knowledge of medical nutrition therapy principles, including enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
Experience with computers and electronic medical records; strong written and verbal communication skills; and effective teaching skills as a preceptor and in group classes.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a large teaching hospital or academic medical center.
Experience teaching and supervising dietetic interns or students.
More than one year of acute care experience and pediatric clinical nutrition experience.
Experience using electronic medical records.
Key Responsibilities
65% - Nutrition Care
20% - Coordination of Nutrition Services
10% - Dietetic Internship Education
5% - Advancement of Competence as Practitioner
Department Overview Clinical Nutrition Services provides nutrition assessment and interventions to inpatient and outpatient populations at UC Davis Health, as part of the Food and Nutrition Services Department. We support all food services and clinical nutrition needs for the UC Davis Health Sacramento campus and regional practices, with a mission to inspire health and healing through sustainable nutrition and medical nutrition therapy.
Position Information
Salary range: Dietitian 1 $43.68–$48.05; Dietitian $54.69 per hour
Salary Frequency: Biweekly
Appointment Type: Staff, Per Diem; Percentage of Time: 20%
Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002); On-site required
Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals; Benefits Eligible: No
Benefits
High quality and low-cost medical plans; UC contributes to dental and vision
Extensive leave benefits including pregnancy/parental leave and family leave
Paid holidays, PTO, vacation, and sick time
Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement
Professional development and wellness programs; Employee Assistance Program
Additional insurance options and loan repayment programs; retirement benefit options
Work Environment & Compliance UC Davis maintains a smoke- and tobacco-free campus. This position may require background checks, drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, CANRA compliance, and adherence to all policies and training requirements.
Equal opportunity employer: UC Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. For more information, visit the Anti-Discrimination Policy page.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t match every listed qualification. #YouBelongHere
#J-18808-Ljbffr