Dietitian II-Outpatient

Job description

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nHelp Patients Move Beyond Education to Lasting Change.

nUPMC is seeking a Dietitian II to join our growing outpatient nutrition team. We are looking for a dietitian who excels at motivational interviewing and believes in meeting patients where they are to create sustainable lifestyle changes. In this role, you will support patients managing obesity, bariatric needs, diabetes, and other chronic health conditions while making a meaningful impact on long-term health outcomes.

nSchedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with one remote workday per week.

nWhat sets our department apart? Our registered dietitians are led by registered dietitians who understand the profession firsthand and are committed to supporting clinical excellence and career growth. As part of a collaborative team of 21 outpatient RDs, including 13 weight management and bariatric specialists, you'll have access to a strong network of support, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities. With our program continuing to expand, there are exciting opportunities to shape new initiatives, contribute innovative ideas, and grow professionally.

nResponsibilities:

nnnAs required, knowledgeable about outpatient billing guidelines and performs necessary documentation to ensure compliance of client charges with regulatory requirements.

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nnProvide in-servicing or CEU opportunities to the multidisciplinary team at the department or facility level.

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nnFormulate a Nutrition Diagnosis and identify Malnutrition through application of Nutrition Focused Physical Assessment and the nationally established criteria for identification of malnutrition.

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nnAppropriate execution of order writing as governed by the Dietitian Delegation Order system protocol.

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nnProvide appropriate nutritional education and counseling based upon patient/family learning needs and abilities.

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nnDemonstrate effective communication methods as a collaborative member of the interdisciplinary care team.

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nnMentor and train dietetic students, interns and support personnel and provide feedback for student and program improvement.

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nnProvide timely interventions as determined by Nutrition Risk level and the Plan of Care.

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nnProvide quality patient care to diverse patient populations using Medical Nutrition Therapy to include assessment, goals and plan of care.

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nnLead one department initiative annually with the ability to actively endorse evidence-based practice.

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nnAccountable as nutrition liaison/expert to assigned units & participate as a member of interdisciplinary committees, responding to needs and initiatives for nutrition care process improvement.

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nnAs required, demonstrate professional writing skills adaptable to all health literacy levels in preparing materials, presentations and other communications

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nnBachelor's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics degree with Registered Dietitian certification obtained before January 1, 2026 with 2 years clinical nutrition experience required.

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nnOR Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics with Registered Dietitian certification obtained on or after January 1, 2026 with 1 year of clinical nutrition experience required.

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n nSkills: Analytical skills to accurately assess, plan, and evaluate outcomes. Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with a diverse population and collaborate in a team environment.Strong nutrition education/counseling and mentoring skills. Critical thinking skills for sound decision making.

nLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

nRegistered Dietitian required.Licensed Dietitian required.

nnnLicensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)

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nnRegistered Dietitian (RD)

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nnAct 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

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nnAct 33 with renewal

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nnAct 34 with renewal

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nnAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

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n nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Worksite address

york, PA, 17404, US

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