About this role
Location:
Alliance Health Center
Pay Rate:
Hourly - Hourly Plan, 35.00 USD Hourly
Work Shift:
Morning Shift (United States of America)
Job Description
We’re looking for a friendly, compassionate, leader to join our culinary team!
Guide patients, families, and facility staff on all aspects of medical nutrition therapy to create a healthy and healing environment. Build relationships with physicians and nursing to support patient satisfaction and achieve quality care that meets each patient’s nutritional needs.
Responsibilities
Part-Time Registered Dietitian at Alliance Health Center in Meridian, MS
Option for 1099 Contract Available!
On-site work required
Starting rate $35.00/hour (Negotiable based on experience)
16 hours per week
Principal Duties & Responsibilities - Essential Functions
Nutrition Assessments & Follow-Ups
- ### Complete nutrition assessments and follow-ups for individuals with increased nutritional needs in accordance with facility policies .
- ### Document assessment of nutritional goals and/or changes in status in the medical record .
- ### Educate individuals and/or their family members on nutritional needs as indicated .
- ### Attend patient rounds on assigned floors .
- ### Inform nursing and physicians of changes in patient/resident nutritional status .
- ### Perform other tasks as assigned by the Clinical Nutrition Manager, Lead Clinical Dietitian, or DFNS .
Patient/Resident Satisfaction
- ### Participate in patient/resident satisfaction programs with culinary and nutrition services .
- ### Ensure processes are followed and participate in performance improvements within trouble areas .
Patient Services Program Implementation & Maintenance
- ### Educate staff, nursing, and food service employees on issues regarding special diets or formulas .
- ### Review and approve menus, formularies, substitutions, or changes .
Skills
- ### Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals of all backgrounds
- ### Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
- ### Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
- ### Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
- ### Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
- ### Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
- ### Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
- ### Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- ### Registered Dietitian with the Commission of Dietetic Registration and licensed dietitian as required per state regulations
- ### Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition & Dietetics or related field
- ### Knowledge of regulatory standards
- ### Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and various software
What We Offer
- ### Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- ### Career development and ongoing training
Important to Know
- ### Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
- ### Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
- ### HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
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