Dietitian

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Responsible for patient consultation and nutritional education. Responsible for approving patient menus. Is a part of a multidisciplinary team of healthcare workers. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.

• Understands HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of EMR and documentation guidelines.
• Proficient planning, time management and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, handles compliance issues first. Able to work under tight project deadlines, handles stress appropriately. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
• Demonstrates excellent conflict resolution skills; especially the ability to deescalate situations in an empathetic, equitable and professional manner.
• Ability to maintain control and respond calmly and appropriately in a crisis situation.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to set appropriate professional boundaries and avoids entering into dual relationships.
• Demonstrates basic understanding of the disease concept of addiction and the 12 Step Program.
• Prioritizes required tasks and work responsibilities to ensure optimum quality of care.
• Understands compliance as it relates to the facilities licensing entities.

• Work with Dietary department on menu design and approve all menus and special diets.
• Direct nutritional aspects of client care and treatment. Coordinate continuity of service with other departments.
• Conduct nutritional assessment, individual consultation and education of clients on special diet(s).
• Provide regular group instruction in nutrition during recovery and the prevention of relapse.
• Review and approve diet manual with appropriate revisions as needed.
• Ensure that special diet instructions are implemented.
• Record appropriate/pertinent nutrition information on charts as required.
• Evaluate food items for compliance with the philosophy of the facility.
• Assist in the development of department goals, policies, and procedures.
• Provides patient consultation within timeframe requested.
• Maintains patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must have a current Dietitian Licensure in the State of Florida. Registered Dietitian strongly preferred.
• At least three (3) years experience working as a dietitian or nutritionist is preferred. Experience in behavioral health or chemical dependency is preferred.
• Proficient/strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook) and the ability to navigate EMR systems.
• Must be able to function independently and communicate effectively with staff and external contacts.
• Must have highly developed organizational and planning and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Proven professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication.
• Must have proven record of great customer service and ability to assist multiple people professionally, effectively, and efficiently.

Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics or similarly related field required.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care