Instructor Registered Dietitian

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OHSUs singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon but were also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease on education that prepares physicians dentists nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have 18000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization we provide community outreach and services for Oregons most vulnerable populations. OHSUs stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence innovation and leadership in health care education and research.

About OHSU Doernbecher Childrens Hospital
Link a strong tradition of teamwork diversity and interdisciplinary care we believe all children deserve the best. At Doernbecher we built a hospital around that belief. Its why we have more specialists in childrens health than anywhere else in the state. We offer the newest and most advanced treatments available along with innovative collaborations and research opportunities. As Oregons only academic health center we strive to offer the best medical care to every child across Oregon Southwest Washington and beyond.

About The Institute on Development and Disability (IDD)
Link Institute on Development and Disability within the Department of Pediatrics at OHSU works with patients families clinicians researchers and many other professionals to meet the goal of improving the lives of people with disabilities. We perform research and care to support every patient from premature babies to older adults facing changes in life due to the onset of disabling conditions. With more than 100 years of practice we understand how to best meet the needs of our patients and their families in Oregon and beyond.

About Portland and Oregon
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Bisected by the Willamette River Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists hikers brewpubs dogs climbers artisan coffee shops book readers foodies professional soccer and basketball fans award-winning wineries concertgoers and paddle boarders. Its no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of Americas favorite lifestyle cities.

Responsibilities are determined by the Dietetics Discipline Director and the Feeding Clinic Director to meet the objectives of both the dietetics discipline and the clinical feeding program.

Primary duties include comprehensive nutritional assessment interdisciplinary case management and coordination of care plans for patients evaluated through team-based assessments. Nutritional intervention may serve as the primary therapy for some patients. At time of posting primary duties will focus on infants and children with complex feeding disorders. This position requires undivided effort and may include providing relief coverage for colleagues.

Nutritional Assessment Nutritional Care Plan Development & Implementation

• Review medical records to obtain detailed medical history dietary intake food tolerances allergies and food preparation practices.
• Analyze clinical data including growth parameters laboratory values diagnoses medications and medical history to determine nutritional status.
• Perform physical nutrition assessments and/or Subjective Global Assessments as appropriate.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including medical providers occupational therapists speech-language pathologists nurses and social workers to address factors affecting pediatric nutrition.
• Interview caregivers and integrate findings from medical providers and oral-motor specialists to develop coordinated team-based recommendations.
• Develop and adjust nutrition plans which may include:
• Alternative feeding modalities based on chewing or swallowing difficulties
• Therapeutic diet modifications
• Adjustments to food types and quantities
• Formula selection or modification
• Tube feeding management
• Incorporate cultural food preferences and family routines into care plans.
• Work with team to determine appropriate feeding methods for infants and children with swallowing disorders or those unable to meet nutritional needs orally.
• Prepare and document treatment plans and write feeding orders in the electronic medical record. Communicate recommendations to caregivers. Connect with referral sources as necessary to coordinate care.

Clinic Coordination & Clinical Case Management

Facilitate interdisciplinary team communication and care coordination.

• Maintain high standards of professionalism.
• Promote active family participation throughout evaluation and treatment.
• Provide comprehensive patient and caregiver education.

• A Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in nutrition OR a Masters degree in Nutrition from an accredited college or university.
• Completion of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) approved dietetic internship program.
• Certification as a Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensure to practice in the State of Oregon.

• Experience developing nutrition education materials and plans
• Experience working in pediatric nutrition
• Experience managing enteral nutrition
• Experience working within interdisciplinary teams

***Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume or CV.***