Dietitian *Part time Anchorage

Description

Assessment of medical nutrition therapy needs based upon the patient s medical diagnosis, laboratory values, anthropometric measures, medications, age-specific requirements, and other co-morbidity factors identified by the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or other members of the health care team. Development, implementation, and management of an individualized, interdisciplinary team plan of care designed to achieve maximum nutrition support. Counseling and education of patient/family in the application of medical nutrition therapy principles when appropriate.

Make appropriate referrals to other members of the health care team to optimize outpatient care and follow-up. Function as an advocate for nutrition care for the acutely ill hospitalized patient; a consultant to medical staff; and a nutrition consultant in the community when contracted or requested across the continuum of care.

• Assess medical nutrition therapy needs based on diagnosis, labs, anthropometrics, medications, age-specific needs, and co-morbidity factors.
• Develop, implement, and manage an individualized, interdisciplinary plan of care to maximize nutrition support.
• Counsel and educate patient and family on medical nutrition therapy principles when appropriate.
• Make referrals to other health care team members to optimize outpatient care and follow-up.
• Advocate for nutrition care for acutely ill hospitalized patients; act as a consultant to medical staff; and provide nutrition consultation in the community when contracted or requested across the continuum of care.

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor s Degree in Food and Nutrition or related field.
• Successful completion of a dietetic internship program.
• Continuing education in accordance with policies of the Commission for Dietetic Registration to maintain registered status.
• Alaska Dietitian License or Alaska Nutritionist License within 6 months of hire.
• National CDR Registered Dietitian (RD) — upon hire.

• 1 year clinical experience.

Providence caregivers are valued members of our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care. We foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone is essential, heard, and respected. The Providence family of organizations serves across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington.

Our benefits are designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We are committed to delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Posted are the minimum and maximum wage rates for this position. The successful candidate s placement on the wage range will be determined by relevant experience. Benefits include retirement, health care, life insurance, disability, paid time off, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer statements apply.

Location:

Providence Alaska Medical Center, Anchorage, AK. Job details:
Part time, Day shift, 0.5 FTE, 20 hours/week. Pay range: $33.63 - $52.22.