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The University of Miami, Human Genetics Department, is seeking a full-time Clinical Dietician to work on-site in Miami, FL.
CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Clinical Dietitian 2 promotes good dietary health and treats medical conditions by devising eating plans for patients based on the science of nutrition. The Clinical Dietitian 2 formulates and executes programs and materials to educate people about nutrition coordinates, plans, and conducts programs to educate patients about nutrition. The Clinical Dietitian 2 administers medical nutrition therapy and advises food service operations for assigned healthcare facilities.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Meets directly with patients to identify nutritional needs.
Identifies ways to improve the care of patients and makes recommendations to appropriate staff.
Performs research and recommends ways to expand and improve nutrition programs.
Evaluates the effects of meal plans and revises the plans when appropriate.
Plans menus and inspects food to ensure portions adhere to set restrictions and dietary standards.
Assesses patients’ nutritional status and develops individualized nutritional plans.
Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
Assists in managing family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patients’ care.
Triages patients to determine the urgency of physician evaluation. Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely fashion.
Collaborates with the development of educational materials.
Identifies and accounts for specific ethnic, cultural, and religious needs.
Responds to, resolves, and follows up regarding patient inquiries or concerns.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets
Department Specific Functions
Provide individual assessment and counseling, encompassing the full spectrum of nutrition care for
pediatric and adult patients with inborn errors of metabolism (lEM)
Provide timely and effective communication, documentation and follow up with clinic faculty and staff
regarding provision of nutrition care plans and follow up
Document anthropometric measurements, nutrition-related data collection, diet analysis, meal studies,
menu development, arid nutrition education of patients {and their parents) in the Electronic Medical
record and long-term care database.
Provide assistance to the Genetics team and patient (and their families) while patients are admitted to the hospital
Follow up with patients with inborn errors of metabolism and other genetic disorders in clinical setting, as needed
Respond to patient questions and provide results of laboratory testing via phone consults
Educate medical students, pediatric residents, and genetics fellows on metabolic nutrition
Ensure patients' formula and medication refills are sent in a timely manner
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Valid State of Florida Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) license required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Staff