Clinical Dietitian

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Description

• Responsible for providing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to patients in an inpatient and outpatient hospital setting including assessment, nutrition diagnosis, and intervention to manage patient care.

• Identifies problems, collects data, and takes corrective action for new and/or assigned quality improvement and/or process improvement projects.

• Designs, evaluates and utilizes patient education materials that contain up-to date information consistent with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics guidelines and evidence based practice.

• Confirms diet order, assess appropriateness, implement, manage or adjust diet prescription for oral and/or enteral/parenteral nutrition; may write diet prescription and document changes in the medical record.

• Educates FNS Staff (dining service associates, food service attendants, and dietitians) and dietetic interns, by conducting one or more education activities per year.

• Participates in medical rounds, discharge planning and patient care conferences as appropriate for the clinical assignment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics.

• Registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

• One year of experience in acute care setting as a clinical dietitian.

• Licensed as a dietitian in the State of Georgia.

• Must maintain competency in adult and geriatric nutrition.

• Competent in basic computer skills, including diet management software.

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion."

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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Division The Emory Clinic

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30324

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department TEC IM Pulm CF & AAI Exec Park

Job Type Regular Part-Time

Job Number 114528

Job Category Food Services & Dietetics

Schedule 8a-4:30p

Standard Hours 20 Hours

Hourly Minimum USD $26.39/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint USD $35.35/Hr.

Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.