Neurology Keto Pediatric Clinical Dietitian II
Neurology Keto Pediatric Clinical Dietitian II
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Job Description
The University of Iowa Health Care department of Food & Nutrition is seeking a Neurology Keto Pediatric Clinical Dietitian II. This position uses Nutrition Care Process to assess evaluate and provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling for the pediatric neurology and ketogenic outpatient and inpatient populations. Teaches dietetic interns. Participates in multidisciplinary teams and develops nutritional components of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patients status according to age.
- Assesses nutritional status and instructs/counsels on appropriate diet.
- Participates as active member of departmental/hospital committees concerning problems affecting patients food habits and needs.
- Participates in health team rounds and shortterm projects.
- Participates on Clinical Masters selection committee. Educates students with onthejob training. Evaluates students. Provides students with necessary support and assistance to ensurework is completed.
- Educates/trains new personnel as assigned and acts as a mentor to new personnel.
- Conducts peer chart reviews/audits for Dietitian I.
- Seeks opportunities to enhance ones own professional knowledge skills and developmentincluding research for publication/presentation lead monthly CEU program for dietitian staff obtain advanced credentialing serve as a clinical resource to peers.
- Functional supervision is exercised over Diet Clerks.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff students and the public.
University of Iowa Health Care recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowas only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12000 employees students and volunteers work together to provide safe quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.
The department intends to hire candidates from either Clinical Dietitian I requisitionor Clinical Dietitian II requisitionbased on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you which to be considered or both.
Percent of Time: 100
Schedule: 7:30am 4:00pm
Pay Grade: 7 Commensurate
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health dental life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
- For more information about Why Iowaclickhere
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5 years of clinical nutrition experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated competency of patient care in pediatric adult and geriatric populations across a wide range of medical conditions in the inpatient setting
- Experience in making enteral and parenteral recommendations and selecting appropriate formulas
Certifications
- Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required
- Licensure by the State of Iowa is required
Application Process:In order to be considered applicants must uploada resume and cover letter(under submission relevant materials)that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
Additional questions please reach out to Tamara Griffith at
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Hours:
Monday 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Or by appointment
Contact to schedule a time to visit.
Employment Type
Full Time
