Registered Dietitian (PRN)
About the Role
Alcanza is a growing multi-site, multi-phase clinical research company with a network of locations in AL, AZ, FL, GA, IL, MA, MI, MO, NV, VA, SC, TN, TX and Puerto Rico. We have established a strong presence across Phase I-IV studies and several therapeutic areas including vaccine, neurology, dermatology, psychiatry, and general medicine. Join us as we continue to grow.
The Registered Dietician provides comprehensive nutritional assessments, nutrition therapy, and/or nutrition counseling services for participants of clinical studies, in compliance with study protocol, SOPs, GCP, ICH, and FDA Regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Serving as an informational resource and subject matter expert for study subjects on nutrition and nutrition education.
- Reviewing the subject's medical history and conducting comprehensive nutritional assessments, nutrition therapy, and/or nutritional counseling sessions with study participants according to protocol guidelines.
- Meeting with Sponsors, Study Monitors as needed to address questions as needed.
- Maintaining documentation in accordance with ALCOA-C standards and completing all monitor and sponsor queries.
- Completing all sponsor-assigned training, certifications and re-certifications per protocols requirements.
- Attending and successfully completing all company training programs; participate in webinars and other study meetings as needed.
- Maintaining confidentiality of subjects, customers and company information.
- Performing all other duties as requested or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or a related field AND 2+ years' clinical nutrition education experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Must have current Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) proficiency is a plus.
- BLS certification is preferred.
Required Skills
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft applications, email, electronic health records, web applications, and the ability to type proficiently (40+ wpm).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, subjects, managers and external customers.
- Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, and adapt to changes in workloads and priorities.
- Must be professional, respectful of others, self-motivated, and have a strong work ethic.
- Must possess a high degree of integrity and dependability.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, identify problems and implement solutions.
- Ability to handle highly sensitive information in a confidential and professional manner, and in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
Benefits
Full-time employees regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week are benefits-eligible, with coverage starting on the first day of the month following date of hire.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, health savings accounts, supplemental insurances, and a 401k plan with a safe harbor match are offered.