Dietitian Outpatient GI and Nutrition Support

This position will serve as the enteral nutrition support dietitian on the outpatient ENTAC (enteral access) team, collaborating closely with ENTAC physicians to assess, develop, and manage individualized enteral nutrition therapy for patients with complex nutritional needs. This dietitian will also provide outpatient oral GI nutrition consultations, assessing nutritional needs and developing individualized nutrition interventions for patients with gastrointestinal conditions.

Provides individualized medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to ambulatory patients as part of a multidisciplinary team.Incorporates the nutrition care process: nutrition assessment/re-assessment, nutrition diagnosis, nutrition intervention (food and/or nutrient delivery, nutrition education, nutrition counseling and coordination of nutrition care) and nutrition monitoring/evaluation. Utilizes principles of motivational interviewing.Works collaboratively with colleagues throughout the enterprise to develop MNT practice guidelines and/or protocols, curriculum, and nutrition education materials. Precepts dietetic interns; mentors and trains new staff.Serves as a resource for medical staff.Works collaboratively with providers and other allied healthcare staff to develop and deliver programs and services. Researches best practice ensuring effective interventions and measures outcomes of interventions. Demonstrates effective public speaking/presentation skills.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field; advanced degree preferred. Completion of Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) accredited internship or approved training program.Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or obtained within 3 months of hire. 

Nutrition support experience and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC) certification is preferred.

Compensation Detail: $63,523 - $95,409 / year