Dietitian - Per Diem

Responsibilities

Summit Oaks Hospital, a 126 bed, private acute care hospital and chemical dependency treatment center, located in a picturesque suburban setting, fully accredited (by the Joint Commission), has been providing quality health care to adult, child and adolescent northeastern USA residents, since 1902. Summit Oaks has repeatedly been recognized in U.S. News & World Report, as one of the nation's best behavioral health hospitals.

Plans and delivers nutritional care to patients according to the physician’s diagnoses. Performs as a member of the multidisciplinary care team. Exercises professional judgment. Conducts and monitors clinical nutrition performance improvement plans of the Food & Nutrition Services Department. Oversees all clinical nutrition staff and ensures compliance with Department policy and regulatory agencies.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Required)

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist: Active Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (Required)

• Knowledge of basic therapeutic diets.
• Knowledge of basic food service sanitation.
• Knowledge of food portion and waste control.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment and utensils, and skill in utilizing such.
• Knowledge of industrial kitchen operations and procedures.
• Ability to cook in large quantities.

• Consult with patients and family members concerning dietary needs and goals.
• Plan modified diets for patients as requested by attending physician/licensed practitioner.
• Conduct monthly inspections of the Dietary Services Department.
• Document patient charts with nutritional planning, and update as changes in nutritional needs occur.
• Adhere to facility, department, corporate, personnel and standard policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of facility employees and patient information.
• Other duties as assigned.

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