clinical dietitian - Rockford, IL , USA, United States - SwedishAmerican

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, screens, assesses, intervenes and educates patients at nutritional risk.#

Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility


LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Possession of a valid license issued by IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) as a Registered Dietitian OR Successful completion of an internship program recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian Specialty certification is required within 6 months from the time required practice hours are documented.

However, if clinical practice does not comprise 50% or more in a specialized area, specialty certification is not mandatory.


EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.# Knowledge of nutrition and dietary principles and familiarity with medical terminology common to nutrition.#

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with physicians and all levels of staff and with patients, visitors and members of the community.

# Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

#LI-ES1 Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

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Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

# EOE, including disability/veterans.

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POSITION SUMMARY:
As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, screens, assesses, intervenes and educates patients at nutritional risk.

Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics or related field from an accredited facility.


LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Possession of a valid license issued by IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) as a Registered Dietitian OR
• Successful completion of an internship program recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as a Registered Dietitian
• Specialty certification is required within 6 months from the time required practice hours are documented. However, if clinical practice does not comprise 50% or more in a specialized area, specialty certification is not mandatory.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of nutrition and dietary principles and familiarity with medical terminology common to nutrition.

Ability to effectively interact and communicate with physicians and all levels of staff and with patients, visitors and members of the community.

Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

#LI-ES1

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

EOE, including disability/veterans.