Dietitian - Kelsey Seybold Clinic - Meyerland

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Dietitian is responsible for assessing, counseling, monitoring, and ongoing coordination of patients referred for nutrition intervention. This position works closely with the Health Service Coordinators, Certified Diabetes Educators, and clinic physician and nursing staff. Primary Responsibilities Care of Patients: Provides nutritional assessment and counseling. Which includes: Provides nutritional consultation for patients. Translates complex nutrition information into a simple form the patient can use for diet related diseases. Contributes to development and implementation of education programs as related to patients and staffAEB:. Presentation of group programs to patients and AEB: chart audit and observation. Participation on committees. Provide programs or articles Infection Control: Provides an environment to prevent and control the spread of disease within the clinical settingAEB: Cleanliness of work area.Management of Information: Provides documentation to provide continuity of care within the system. Which includes: Confidentiality, Clerical duties, Release of information, ComputerAEB: Observation and report of activity: # mail outs; # new patients; # completions; # of evaluationsEnvironment of Care: Assists with maintenance of equipment, supplies and environment. Which includes: Orders supplies, Equipment maintenance and Follows all safety standardsAEB: observation, skill demonstration, Attends quarterly EHS education offeringsPatient Rights and Responsibilities-practices positive guest and peer relationships, supports and respects patient rightsAEB: observation, attends Customer Service class. Number of complaints on person/departmentHumana Resources - responsible for personal growth and career development. Which includes: Licensure, Annual competency assessment, Team work, CommunicatesAEB: Current license and Registry Attends educational offerings appropriate to duties and responsibilities: > 16 programs services = 3; 10-15 programs or in services = 2; < 9 programs or in services = 1Passes annual skills assessment score, 90% or better 1st try =3; 80%-90%=2; below 80%=1Performance Improvement: participates in organizational improvement. Which includes: Performance Improvement Plan and PDSAAEB: Identifies problem prone areas and contributes improvement ideas You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications RD from approved dietetic programRD, LD in Texas2+ years clinical experience, experience in education or Master's degree from an approved dietetic programDemonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated excellent counseling skills & computer skills Preferred Qualifications Masters degreeCDE and CPR certifiedKSC experience or ambulatory care experienceExperienced educatorSpanish speaking Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $49,700 - $88,800 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.