Penn Highlands Healthcare
Clinical Dietitian Mon Valley Hospital - 14863
Penn Highlands Healthcare, Monongahela, Pennsylvania, United States, 15063
Overview
Penn Highlands Healthcare
is hiring a
Clinical Dietitian Mon Valley Hospital - 14863 . Summary: The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for the provision of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for inpatient, outpatient, and community members of the Penn Highlands Mon Valley service areas. The role requires a systems-based approach to patient care, education, quality, and management. The Clinical Dietitian translates patient care and education into actions that produce high-quality, cost-effective outcomes and aligns with the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Clinical Nutrition & Diabetes department objectives. The position involves program evaluation, clinical research findings, and building strong customer relationships to address hospital needs with creative solutions. Involvement in Food Service to direct improvements for the inpatient diet and nutrition supplement provision. The Clinical Dietitian collaborates with the Director, Inpatient Clinical Dietitian, Inpatient Diabetes Clinician, and Outpatient Diabetes Clinician to coordinate clinical teaching/learning in medical nutrition, diabetes, and diabetes prevention education for patients and families. The role may also contribute to the redevelopment of a care provider relationship with Penn Highlands Mon Valley’s outpatient Oncology program.
Responsibilities
Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to inpatients, outpatients, and community members within the Penn Highlands Mon Valley service areas. Collaborate with clinical and dietetics leadership to coordinate teaching and learning in medical nutrition, diabetes, and diabetes prevention education for patients and families. Apply program evaluation and clinical research to achieve clinical and program outcomes. Engage in food service-related activities to direct improvements for inpatient diet and nutrition supplement provision. Develop and maintain strong relationships with hospital staff and departments to identify needs and pursue creative solutions. Support redevelopment of care provider relationships with outpatient oncology services as applicable.
Qualifications
Registered Dietitian (RD) or registration eligible (RD exam must be passed within 1 year of hire). Current professional Registered Dietitian (RD) registration maintained through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Current PA state license as Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) with maintenance of PA Board of Nursing state license requirements for RD. A minimum of three (3) years of progressive hospital-based experience preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with professionals in diverse disciplines. Experience with computer work including electronic medical records, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
What We Offer
Career Advancement Opportunities Generous and affordable medical benefit package Free parking
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date Paid Time Off 401k retirement plan with company match after vesting Short Term disability coverage Life Insurance Flex Spending Account Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Penn Highlands Healthcare
is hiring a
Clinical Dietitian Mon Valley Hospital - 14863 . Summary: The Clinical Dietitian is responsible for the provision of Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for inpatient, outpatient, and community members of the Penn Highlands Mon Valley service areas. The role requires a systems-based approach to patient care, education, quality, and management. The Clinical Dietitian translates patient care and education into actions that produce high-quality, cost-effective outcomes and aligns with the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Clinical Nutrition & Diabetes department objectives. The position involves program evaluation, clinical research findings, and building strong customer relationships to address hospital needs with creative solutions. Involvement in Food Service to direct improvements for the inpatient diet and nutrition supplement provision. The Clinical Dietitian collaborates with the Director, Inpatient Clinical Dietitian, Inpatient Diabetes Clinician, and Outpatient Diabetes Clinician to coordinate clinical teaching/learning in medical nutrition, diabetes, and diabetes prevention education for patients and families. The role may also contribute to the redevelopment of a care provider relationship with Penn Highlands Mon Valley’s outpatient Oncology program.
Responsibilities
Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to inpatients, outpatients, and community members within the Penn Highlands Mon Valley service areas. Collaborate with clinical and dietetics leadership to coordinate teaching and learning in medical nutrition, diabetes, and diabetes prevention education for patients and families. Apply program evaluation and clinical research to achieve clinical and program outcomes. Engage in food service-related activities to direct improvements for inpatient diet and nutrition supplement provision. Develop and maintain strong relationships with hospital staff and departments to identify needs and pursue creative solutions. Support redevelopment of care provider relationships with outpatient oncology services as applicable.
Qualifications
Registered Dietitian (RD) or registration eligible (RD exam must be passed within 1 year of hire). Current professional Registered Dietitian (RD) registration maintained through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). Current PA state license as Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) with maintenance of PA Board of Nursing state license requirements for RD. A minimum of three (3) years of progressive hospital-based experience preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with professionals in diverse disciplines. Experience with computer work including electronic medical records, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
What We Offer
Career Advancement Opportunities Generous and affordable medical benefit package Free parking
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date Paid Time Off 401k retirement plan with company match after vesting Short Term disability coverage Life Insurance Flex Spending Account Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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