Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Pediatric and obstetric care provider network

Relief Clinical Dietitian 2

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePalo Alto, CA, USA$46.73 - $70.10 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, or a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university is required.
Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and a supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education and Dietetics is required.
A minimum of two years of related work experience is required.
Registration as a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required.
Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and the ability to apply all its steps are required.
Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy are required.
General knowledge of electronic medical record, nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software is required.
Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic form with patients, the public, hospital/clinic and medical staff, and physicians is required.
Counseling skills and the ability to relate to a multi-ethnic community and varied learning levels are required.
Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units and/or outpatient clinics is required.
Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations is required.
Decision-making, problem-solving, and collaboration skills are required.
Interpersonal skills to establish productive working relationships with the multidisciplinary team and support services are required.

Responsibilities

Apply the Nutrition Care Process, including completing nutrition assessments, determining nutrition diagnoses, developing and implementing nutrition interventions, and monitoring and evaluating patient progress.
Use the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework to determine scope of practice and apply established Standards of Practice and Professional Performance in nutrition care and practice-specific dietetics, as well as available evidence-based practice protocols and nutrition practice guidelines, to help determine nutrition interventions.
Function independently at the competent to proficient level on pediatric and obstetric units/clinics, including complex patient types such as intensive care units and pediatric gastroenterology specialty clinics.
Serve as a role model, resource, and leader for the level I dietitian.
Perform all functions of a Clinical Dietitian Level I.
Play a key role in at least one performance improvement initiative or outcome-based research project annually, or create or revise two nutrition protocols or patient education tools annually.
Direct process, outcome, and structure-measure initiatives using quantifiable indicators to identify actual results of a program, service, or activity, and collect information to track program success; alternatively, participate in nutrition research studies and communicate findings through reports, abstracts, presentations, and publications.
Mentor and train Clinical Dietitians I.
Perform other similar or related duties as requested or directed.
Abide by applicable Joint Commission requirements, including cultural diversity, patient care and rights, ethical treatment, physical-environment safety and security, emergency management, teamwork, ongoing education and training, communication, safety and quality programs, National Patient Safety Goals, licensure, and health screenings.
Perform duties in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, including Service Standards and the Code of Conduct.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Clinical Dietitian II works closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide patient care that is integrated and compatible with the patient-focused medical goals and objectives. Primary responsibilities include application of the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) including completion of the nutrition assessment, determination of the nutrition diagnosis, development and implementation of nutrition intervention(s), and monitoring and evaluation of the patient's progress. The Clinical Dietitian II uses the Scope of Dietetics Practice Framework (SODPF) to determine scope of practice, established Standards of Practice and Professional Performance (SOP/SOPP) in nutrition care and practice-specific dietetics, and, as available, evidence-based practice protocols/nutrition practice guidelines to help determine nutrition intervention(s).

Clinical Dietitians II function independently at the competent to proficient level of the SOP/SOPP on pediatric and obstetric units/clinics, including more complex patient types, e.g., intensive care units, pediatric gastroenterology specialty clinic, etc. Clinical Dietitians II serve as a role model, resource, and leader for the level I dietitian.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

* Able to perform all functions of Clinical Dietitian Level I.
* Performs key role in at least one performance improvement initiative or outcome-based research project annually or creates/revises two nutrition protocols/patient education tools annually.
* Directs process, outcome, and structure measures initiatives using quantifiable indicators to identify actual results of a program, service, or activity. Collects specific information to track programs' success. Or, participates in nutrition research studies and communicates findings through reports, abstracts, presentations, and publication.
* Mentors/trains Clinical Dietitians I.
* Performs other similar or related duties as requested or directed.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Bachelor's degree in dietetics, foods and nutrition, or a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university. Completion of a didactic program in dietetics and supervised practice program approved by the Accreditation Council for Education and Dietetics (formerly known as the Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education).

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of related work experience required.

License/Certification:

Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist by Commission on Dietetic Registration

KNOWLEDGE

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education or licensure/certification.

* Knowledge of the Nutrition Care Process and ability to apply all steps of the process.
* Comprehensive knowledge and application of nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy.
* General knowledge of electronic medical record, nutrient analysis, word processing, and spreadsheet software.
* Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic form to patients, public, hospital/clinic and medical staff, and physicians.
* Excellent counseling skills and the ability to relate to a multi-ethnic community and varied learning levels.
* Ability to function independently on assigned patient care units and/or outpatient clinics.
* Critical thinking to integrate facts, informed opinions, active listening, and observations.
* Decision making, problem solving, and collaboration.
* Strong interpersonal skills to establish productive working relationships with multidisciplinary team and support services.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information

Pay Range
Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $50.73 to $62.41

Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Min Salary: 46.73
Mid Salary: 58.41
Salary grade: LP - CLEX021
Max Salary: 70.1

About the Company

Stanford Medicine Children's Health

Pediatric and obstetric care provider network

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health is a Bay Area health care system focused exclusively on pediatric and obstetric care. It operates Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford and more than 65 clinics in Northern California, plus over 85 sites across the Western United States, to provide a full range of services from well-child visits to treatment of rare and complex conditions. Care is delivered by teams of physicians and health professionals across a network of hospitals and clinics, offering coordinated, family-centered care. The system differentiates itself by its dedicated pediatric and obstetric focus, its large regional footprint, and its integration with Stanford Health Care and the Stanford School of Medicine, which enables collaboration across research, medicine, and education. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for children and families through comprehensive clinical care, research, and education within the Stanford Medicine ecosystem.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $100M
Headquarters: Palo Alto, CA
Founded: 1991

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