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Sr Clinical Dietitian - Part-Time

Mercy
St. Louis, MO, US
Part-time

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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

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Overview :

The Senior Clinical Dietitian uses proficient practice skills, education and experience for clinical leadership and responsibilities including : Assigned clinical and patient care area of responsibility;

clinical collaboration within multidisciplinary team including responsibility for standard operations and evidence-based medicine to meet regulatory compliance.

Active participation in Performance Improvement projects, serves as clinical nutrition expert in task forces, team huddles, daily rounds, and multidisciplinary meetings.

Participates in in-Services for the clinical dietitians, interdisciplinary health care team, dietetic interns, nutrition assistants.

Conducts ongoing education and training of competencies for self, new hires, and dietetic interns. Self-directed, manages multiple tasks efficient with appropriate prioritization and critical thinking skills to prioritize effective patient care.

Additionally, Senior Clinical Dietitian is responsible and performs duties with minimum supervision, for all patient units or service areas, in-patients or out-patients, to assure appropriate identification of patients who are at nutrition risk and to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Services.

The Senior Clinical Dietitian assures that the Mercy Mission, Mercy Values, Service Standards, confidentiality, policies and procedures of the department and Health Center are followed.

This responsibility includes the appropriate utilization of the Health Center's resources to optimize patient care. Performs any assigned duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications :
  • Education :
  • Education :
  • Required : Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • Preferred : Master's Degree in Dietetics or related field and Board Certified in a Specialty area or in process of completing board certifications or advanced clinical certifications.
  • Experience :
  • Required : 3+ years of Healthcare experience in clinical dietetics.
  • Preferred : 3-5+ years of clinical experience and strong utilization of the Nutritional Care Process, including nutrition-focused physical exams.
  • Certification / Registration :
  • Both RD and LD status must remain effective and current thereafter.Registered Dietitian (current) with State of practice license.
  • Credentialing and NPI completed within six months of hire.

    • Other Skills & Knowledge :
    • Basic computer and office equipment skills.
    • Basic skills in software programs including Word, E-mail
    • Advanced presentations skills in PowerPoint or equivalent.
    • Advanced communicate skills in effectively communicating to patients, guests and co-workers.
    • Strong interest in clinical growth and development of the clinical dietitian in the interdisciplinary health care team.
    • Strong ability to utilize the full etiology assessment of the nutrition diagnosisStrong critical thinking skills

    We Offer Great Benefits :

    Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

    We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

    At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures.

    We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

    What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

    Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision.

    We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care that's just part of our commitment.

    If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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    30+ days ago
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