Outpatient Pediatric Dietitian Supervisor

About the role

The Nutrition and Dietary Services Health Care Supervisor 2 plans, coordinates, schedules, and supervises the work of clinical dietitians (career and per diem, covering inpatient and/or outpatient areas, adults and/or pediatrics as assigned), as well as other staff/interns as assigned. Reports directly to the Nutrition and Dietary Manager HC (Clinical Nutrition Manager).

Responsibilities

• 50% - Nutrition Care, Education, and Coordination of Nutrition Services
• 30% - Supervision
• 15% - Administrative Duties of Nutrition Programs
• 5% - Maintains Current Professional Practice

Requirements

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Bachelor’s degree in related area from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent.
• Experience teaching and supervising dietetic interns or other students.
• Experience supervising/managing other professionals and/or demonstrated leadership skill.
• Experience solving complex problems and making decisions through critical thinking process.
• Experience working collaboratively with others.
• Experience working productively with people who have both similar and different backgrounds.
• Experience working on continuous quality improvement and/or performance improvement projects.
• Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills, with experience in accomplishing work that meets expected quality standards without direct daily supervision.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in the area of specialty.
• Effective teaching skills as preceptor for clinical experience as well as teaching group classes for interns, health care professionals, and the public.
• Demonstrates motivational skills to inspire team/others to improve the organization.
• Strong academic background and applied background in clinical nutrition.
• Knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy principles, including enteral and parenteral nutrition support.
• Demonstrates good judgement and makes decisions considering all key factors.
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills with others, e.g., direct reports, peers, supervisors, patients/families, multidisciplinary team members, and dietetic interns.
• Is empathetic and aware of impact on others.
• Demonstrates initiative and innovation. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet software, and email/calendaring software.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
• Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

Skills

• Specialty certification in area of expertise
• Advance degree, Master’s degree in nutrition, public health or management.
• Experience with effectively and efficiently using computerized patient applications, e.g., using electronic medical records systems, such as Epic and Computrition, used at UC Davis Health.
• Knowledge of relevant industry, federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

• Smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014
• Must be able to travel throughout UCDH (medical center and hospital/community clinic locations)
• Must have flexibility to orient and work at all UC Davis Health locations
• Must be able to work variable days and hours, including weekends and holidays