Dietitian (Full Time, PACE Farmville)

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care using medical nutrition therapy for assigned patient population.
• Develops and conducts education programs for patients, physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, students, peers, and the public.
• Preceptor for dietetic interns.
• Completes nutrition assessments for all assigned patients which may include a Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment as indicated to determine appropriate nutrition diagnosis.
• Provides appropriate intervention based on assessment and nutrition diagnosis.
• Documents relevant, accurate, and timely information in the patient's electronic health record.
• Develops and implements an individualized portfolio plan based on performance indicators that demonstrates professional growth and development, the basis for maintaining required competencies in practice and for maintaining status.
• Maintains customer service, patient-centered approach at all times when fulfilling job duties.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related fields (Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree).
• Completed CDR-approved dietetic internship to qualify to take registered exam leading to Registered Dietitian, or entry level Dietitian may be Registration eligible.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office.