Clinical Dietitian II

About the role

Provides Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT). Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-management Education/Training (DSMT)
• Implement patient's plan of care based on diagnosis in a timely manner
• Conduct competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and care
• Communicate effectively with patients, families/support groups, and healthcare providers
• Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures
• Ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care

Qualifications

• Master's degree OR RD/RDN evidencing completion of the required level of education
• RD (Registered Dietitian) OR RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) certification
• 2 years recent relevant experience

Skills

• Provides complex care using strong understanding of human anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, laboratory results, and medical terminology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and electronic health records (EHR)
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
• Ensure the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI)
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives
• Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors
• Retain and apply new knowledge and skills

Schedule

• Shift: Day/Evening
• Full-time (40 hours per week)
• 8-hour shifts
• Monday – Friday
• Weekend requirements: Occasionally
• Position status: Non-Exempt
• Employee status: Regular

Pay

Pay range: $53.25 to $74.55 per hour. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.