Registered Dietitian

Summary of Job Duties

The Registered Dietitian is responsible for providing nutritional care individually and as part of an interdisciplinary outpatient care team. The Registered Dietitian is responsible for educating patients, family, professional staff and students/interns. The Registered Dietitian works under the general direction and is responsible to the Nutrition Department Outpatient Team Lead position.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications - Registered Dietitian
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics
  • Registered Dietitian (RD)
  • Licensed Dietitian (LD) in the State of Arkansas
  • Completion of a dietetic internship
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Basic computer skills
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Clinical experience
  • Registered Dietitian and Licensed by the State of Arkansas preferred
  • Registered Dietitian II - 1 year clinical experience
  • Registered Dietitian III - Master’s degree required or Specialty Certification required
  • Precepts dietetic interns in the UAMS internship program
  • 2+ years’ experience
  • Registered Dietitian IV - 4 + years’ experience
  • Masters required
  • Specialty Certification required

Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Proof of Veteran Status

Additional Information

Assessing the nutritional needs of the patient and making recommendations to meet those needs. Documentation in the electronic medical record. Education of family, students and other professional staff. Teaching, discussing with medical staff and other caregivers the patient needs. Clerical and office duties. Presentations outside the hospital as required. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits Eligible

Yes