Registered Dietitian II-Genetics Multispeciality

Registered Dietitian II-Genetics Multispeciality-Full-Time Days at University of Florida Jacksonville Physicians, Inc.

Provides advanced comprehensive nutrition services for patients with inborn errors of metabolism through clinical practice, education, and research. Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team providing services in both an inpatient and outpatient setting. Acts as a specialist in nutritional assessment, management, and education of the patient, and coordinates a food service system. Position requires a National Provider Identification number and the ability to see and bill patients independently without direct physician supervision.

• Provides nutrition therapy for patients with diabetes or other nutrition-related disorders utilizing laboratory data, nutritional and clinical history as the basis for determining dietary recommendations.
• Conducts nutritional assessments and ongoing follow-up, adjusting diet/nutrition support regimen as needed based on changes in the patient's health status.
• Ensures appropriate discharge planning in conjunction with patients, families/caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Participates as a multidisciplinary team member of the Pediatric Genetics Metabolic team, attending team meetings and inpatient rounds as required.
• Documents activities in the patient's electronic health record.
• Consults and works with community resources, professional organizations, and other agencies to implement care plans.
• Assists in developing, updating, and revising patient and family educational materials and provides appropriate education to patients and families.
• Participates in division-based quality improvement projects and research.

1-2 years of experience in the area of metabolic medicine. Preferred.

3-5 years of clinical experience required. A Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics is required, or 5 years working in the area of clinical dietetics with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics in lieu of a master's degree.

Registered Dietitian required (CDR). Licensed Dietitian required (FDOH).

Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Licensed by The Florida Department of Health, regulated by The Dietetics and Nutrition Practice Council.

Additional duties as assigned may vary.

UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drugfree Workplace.