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Job description
Overview
UnityPoint Clinics
Clinic Dietician - Diabetes and Kidney Center (onsite)
Cedar Rapids, IA
Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
We are seeking a Dietitian to collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team in delivering comprehensive nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy aligned with patient care goals. This role utilizes the Nutrition Care Process to assess, diagnose, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The dietitian also supports performance improvement initiatives, manages resources efficiently, and maintains professional competency in accordance with established standards of care and practice guidelines.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Here are just a few:
• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Provide medical nutrition therapy using the Nutrition Care Process (assessment, diagnosis, intervention, monitoring, and evaluation) and document in the electronic medical record
Develop and implement individualized nutrition care plans, including diet modifications, supplements, nutrition support, and patient education
Monitor patient progress using clinical indicators (labs, weight, outcomes) and adjust care plans accordingly
Deliver nutrition education to patients, families, staff, and community using tailored materials and approaches
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, participate in rounds/meetings, and communicate with providers to optimize care
Support training of staff, students, and new hires; contribute to policy updates and quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
Education: After January 1, 2024 - Master's degree in dietetics or degree that meets the requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required.
Individuals credentialed as Registered Dietitians prior to January 1, 2024, are eligible with a Bachelor's degree in dietetics or degree that meets the requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required.
Successful completion of an internship coordinated undergraduate program, or post graduate program accredited by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics required.
Experience: Preferred: One year of experience as an acute clinical dietitian for entry level practice or 3+ years' experience as an acute dietitian for advanced level practice.
License(s)/Certification(s): Lic Dietitian - Must hold a current license or certification specific to the state of employment IADHHS - Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
IDFPR - Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation
Wisconsin
Reg Dietitian required CDR - Commission on Dietetic Registration
Preferred: Cert Diabetic Educator NCBDE - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators
Preferred: Certified Nutrition Support Clinician NBNSC - National Board of Nutrition Support Certification
Preferred: Board Certification Specialty from CDR in: Oncology Nutrition
Gerontology Nutrition
Renal Nutrition
Pediatrics Critical Care Nutrition
IA/IL Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
IA/IL Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
Worksite address
cedar rapids, IA, 52404, US
Who can apply
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