Registered Dietitian - OOD

Open Door Family Medical Center provides health care and wellness programs to individuals and families in need throughout Westchester, Putnam and Ulster Counties.

A pioneer Federally Qualified Health Center, Open Door provides more than 300,000 patient visits annually and serves nearly 60,000 individual patients who might not otherwise have access.

Open Door offers integrated services and a holistic approach to building healthier communities. Primary medical care, dental care, integrated behavioral health care, clinical nutrition, wellness programs, and chronic disease management are the foundation of its clinical programs.

Open Door is seeking a Bilingual (Spanish / English) Registered Dietician in our Ossining, NY location.

Job Summary

Following the patient-centered medical home health care delivery model, the Registered Dietitian participates in a patient-focused, team-based approach to promote health and wellness among patients and staff.

As part of the medical care team, the services provided by the Registered Dietitian aim to improve patient health outcomes and knowledge pertaining to nutrition.

Primary responsibilities include medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education and nutrition counseling.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide 1 : 1 and group medical nutrition therapy, nutrition education and nutrition counseling in-person or virtually using voice or video technologies (note : the majority of services are provided in the 1 : 1 format)

Implement the Nutrition Care Process as defined by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Standards of Care (screening, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring / evaluation, documentation, outcomes management)

Engage patients in the goal setting process and utilize Motivational Interviewing and other techniques to assist in goal achievement;

develop nutrition care plans that are individualized as well as culturally and clinically appropriate

Collaborate and communicate with other members of the health care team of each patient

Provide appropriate evidence / research-based patient education materials when applicable, taking into consideration the patients’ learning style and health literacy

Make referrals for medical, dental, behavioral health and other relevant services care coordination, wellness, food access and other community resources)

Collaborate with the wellness team on schedule management activities aimed at engaging and retaining patients in care

Develop curriculum for, and deliver, medical nutrition therapy group visits, special population nutrition groups, and presentations

Perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement activities, safety, environmental and infection control standards

Maintain electronic medical records in compliance with Open Door’s standards

Maintain documentation in compliance with Joint Commission standards and applicable city, state, and federal laws

Participates in staff development programs, educational activities, seminars, and training opportunities

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree with course work approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) required

Registered Dietitian (RD) / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) required

Certification as a Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) in New York State required

SKILLS

Fluent in English and Spanish

Excellent written and verbal communication skills including excellent active listening skills

Engaging, warm and caring personality

Strong customer service, patient-centered orientation

Empathetic and driven to assist patients

Passionate about providing high quality care to low-income, under-served individuals and those lacking access to health care

Able to function effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team and committed to collaborative team-based care

Able to navigate healthcare and community settings as well as patients’ natural settings place of residence)

Culturally competent / sensitive (racial, ethnic, linguistic, LGBTQ+, physical ability, etc.) and committed to inclusive, multi-cultural programming

Comfortable providing direct patient care to patients of all ages with chronic medical and behavioral health needs

Proficient computer use, including Microsoft Office applications

Able to understand and follow detailed instructions

Highly organized and self-directed, able to multi-task

Flexible and exhibits the ability to adapt as situations evolve

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high accountability environment

Effective in problem solving and exhibits excellent judgment and the ability to prioritize

EXPERIENCE

At least one year experience

Experience working in an outpatient community healthcare setting is preferred

Experience with electronic medical records is preferred

REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work some evening hours required

Must have valid NYS driving license and daily access to a car

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Approximately 95% sitting

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent contact with patients and employees

Exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to a health center environment

Requires adherence to Infection Control Standard Precautions

There are many fantastic benefits to a career at Open Door Family Medical Centers. In addition to working to effect positive change in the health and lives of thousands residents in our communities, Open Door offers its employees a stimulating, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), generous paid time off, and educational assistance.

Aside from excellent benefits, we offer a competitive salary and annual bonuses based on organizational and individual objectives.

At Open Door, we enjoy working in a team-based, patient-centered environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that values our patients and the communities we serve.

Open Door is an Equal Opportunity Employer