Clinical Dietitian I - Endocrinology - PT - Days - $1,250 Sign on Bonus - JDCH

Location : Hollywood, Florida

Hollywood, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care.

An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary :

Under direct supervision, identifies patients at nutritional risk, plans and implements medical nutrition therapy for assigned populations.

Seeking a dietitian that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals dealing with diabetes and weight management challenges.

This position requires the expertise to provide empathetic and evidence-based care. Responsibilities : provide diabetes self-management training and support in the outpatient and inpatient setting, individual dietary and health behavior counseling in the weight management clinic, and participation in diabetes-related and weight management programs.

Responsibilities :

Assesses patients nutritional status and needs. Develops and implements care plans, monitors patients' progress, and updates interventions.

Completes thorough and timely documentation of patient sessions in the electronic health record.

Performs nutrition focused physical examinations and collaborates with the physicians on malnutrition diagnoses when appropriate.

Collaborates with physicians, nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare team members and departments to determine, coordinate, and provide medical nutrition therapy.

Communicates plans of care with patients and their families when appropriate.

Develops and provides patient education, training, consulting, and counseling services throughout the organization.

Collaborates with the Food Service department to provide nutritionally appropriate menus, food options, and services for patients.

Competencies :

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY, MENU DEVELOPMENT, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK

Education and Certification Requirements :

Bachelors (Required)Dietitian / Nutritionist License (ND LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

Additional Job Information :

Complexity of Work : Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Work Experience : No experience required.

Other Information : Additional Education Info : Dietetics or Nutrition or related fieldAdditional Credential Info : Registered Dietitian CDR Certification or Registration Eligible, RDN & obtain registration and FL Dietitian / Nutritionist license within 6 months of hire.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements :

• Bending and Stooping 60%
• Climbing 0%
• Keyboard Entry 60%
• Kneeling 40%
• Lifting / Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 0%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 20%
• Lifting or Carrying >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 20%
• Pushing or Pulling >

75 lbs Non-Patient 0%

• Reaching 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot / Leg 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand / Arm 60%
• Running 0%
• Sitting 60%
• Squatting 40%
• Standing 60%
• Walking 60%
• Audible Speech 60%
• Hearing Acuity 60%
• Smelling Acuity 60%
• Taste Discrimination 60%
• Depth Perception 60%
• Distinguish Color 60%
• Seeing - Far 60%
• Seeing - Near 60%
• Bio hazardous Waste 40%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 40%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 40%
• Blood and / or Bodily Fluids 40%
• Communicable Diseases and / or Pathogens 40%
• Asbestos 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals 0%
• Dust 20%
• Gas / Vapors / Fumes 0%
• Hazardous Chemicals 20%
• Hazardous Medication 0%
• Latex 0%
• Computer Monitor 60%
• Domestic Animals 20%
• Extreme Heat / Cold 60%
• Fire Risk 40%
• Hazardous Noise 0%
• Heating Devices 60%
• Hypoxia 0%
• Laser / High Intensity Lights 0%
• Magnetic Fields 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 60%
• Needles / Sharp Objects 60%
• Potential Electric Shock 40%
• Potential for Physical Assault 0%
• Radiation 0%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights 0%
• Unprotected Heights 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 60%

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Disclaimer : This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.

It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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