Assessment of medical nutrition therapy needs based upon the patient's medical diagnosis, laboratory values, anthropometric measures, medications, age-specific requirements, and other co-morbidity factors identified by the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or other members of the health care team. Development, implementation, and management of an individualized, interdisciplinary team plan of care designed to achieve maximum nutrition support. Counseling and education of patient/family in the application of medical nutrition therapy principles when appropriate. Make appropriate referrals to other members of the health care team to optimize outpatient care and follow-up. Function as an advocate for nutrition care for the acutely ill hospitalized patient; a consultant to medical staff; and a nutrition consultant in the community when contracted or requested across the continuum of care.
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We are hiring for the following Dietitian positions in the Nutrition Services Department at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, AK:
Dietitian - Full-Time, 1.0 FTE, Regular, 40 Hours Per Week, Day Shift $5,000 Hiring Bonus eligibility for external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment Dietitian - Full-Time, 1.0 FTE, Temporary, 40 Hours Per Week, Day Shift (No bonus eligibility)Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive an invite to complete additional self-paced screening questions from our HireVue system!
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree: Food and Nutrition or related field. And Coursework/Training: Successful completion of a dietetic internship program. And Coursework/Training: Continuing education in accordance with policies determined by the Commission for Dietetic Registration for maintenance of registered status. Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: Alaska Dietitian License Or Within 6 months (180 days) of hire: Alaska Nutritionist License Upon hire: National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic RegistrationPreferred Qualifications:
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