Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $30.58 - $45.86
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
403B retirement plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Job Description
United Health Services (UHS) is a prominent, locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system based in New York's Southern Tier. Serving Broome and the surrounding counties, UHS encompasses four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and numerous physician practices. With a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers, UHS delivers medical care to two-thirds of the region's population and generates an economic impact of approximately $1.3 billion annually. UHS is guided by core values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation, emphasizing the importance of each employee's role in advancing the health and well-being of the communities served. Beyond healthcare,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Masters degree from an accredited dietetics program or bachelor's degree accepted if grandfathered according to Commission on Dietetic Registration guidelines
- Successful completion of a supervised practice program for nutrition
- Eligible to sit for the registration examination for dietitians
- Eligibility for registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Successful completion of the Registration Examination for Dietitians within 6 months of hire date
- Obtains NYS certification as a dietitian-nutritionist within one year of hire or after passing the registration examination
Job Qualifications
- Masters degree from an accredited dietetics program or bachelor's degree accepted if grandfathered according to Commission on Dietetic Registration guidelines
- Successful completion of a supervised practice program for nutrition
- Eligible to sit for the registration examination for dietitians
- Previous clinical experience in an acute care teaching facility preferred
- Eligibility for registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
- Successful completion of the Registration Examination for Dietitians within 6 months of hire date
- Obtains NYS certification as a dietitian-nutritionist within one year of hire or after passing the registration examination
- Registered Dietitian preferred
Job Duties
- Identify patients at nutritional risk by utilizing evidence-based screening criteria and clinical judgment
- Respond promptly to nutrition consults ordered by healthcare providers or requested by patients and multidisciplinary team members
- Assess the nutritional status of inpatients and outpatients through comprehensive evaluation of medical history, lab data, dietary intake, and physical examination
- Develop and implement individualized, interdisciplinary nutrition care plans tailored to patient needs and clinical conditions
- Provide nutrition education and counseling to patients and caregivers on prescribed diets, dietary modifications, and therapeutic nutrition interventions
- Conduct follow-up evaluations to monitor patient progress and assess the effectiveness of nutrition care plans, making adjustments as necessary
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals through informal communication and formal interdisciplinary care conferences
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate dietetic interns by providing assigned learning experiences and feedback to support their professional development
- Deliver educational presentations and training sessions on nutrition-related topics to healthcare professionals, community groups, and other stakeholders
- Collect and analyze quality improvement data related to nutrition services and participate in developing action plans to enhance care quality and patient outcomes
- Participate actively in departmental and hospital-wide task forces, committees, and initiatives to support continuous improvement and organizational goals
- Assume additional responsibilities as assigned to support the clinical nutrition program and contribute to the overall mission of the healthcare facility
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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