Neurology Keto Pediatric Clinical Dietitian II
University of Iowa
Job Info
The University of Iowa Health Care department of Food & Nutrition is seeking a Neurology Keto Pediatric Clinical Dietitian II. This position uses Nutrition Care Process to assess, evaluate, and provide medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling for the pediatric neurology and ketogenic outpatient and inpatient populations. Teaches dietetic interns. Participates in multidisciplinary teams and develops nutritional components of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient's status according to age.
- Assesses nutritional status and instructs/counsels on appropriate diet.
- Participates as active member of departmental/hospital committees concerning problems affecting patients' food habits and needs.
- Participates in health team rounds and short-term projects.
- Participates on Clinical Master's selection committee. Educates students with on-the-job training. Evaluates students. Provides students with necessary support and assistance to ensure work is completed.
- Educates/trains new personnel as assigned and acts as a mentor to new personnel.
- Conducts peer chart reviews/audits for Dietitian I.
- Seeks opportunities to enhance one's own professional knowledge, skills, and development including research for publication/presentation, lead monthly CEU program for dietitian staff, obtain advanced credentialing, serve as a clinical resource to peers.
- Functional supervision is exercised over Diet Clerks.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
University of Iowa Health Care - recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®
The department intends to hire candidates from either Clinical Dietitian I, requisition 24004774, or Clinical Dietitian II, requisition 24004775, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you which to be considered or both.
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm
Pay Grade: 7 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan
Salary: $59,850 - Commensurate
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Master's Degree in Food and Nutrition or Dietetics or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5 years of clinical nutrition experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated competency of patient care in pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations across a wide range of medical conditions in the inpatient setting
- Experience in making enteral and parenteral recommendations and selecting appropriate formulas
- Registration by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required
- Licensure by the State of Iowa is required
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
Additional questions, please reach out to Tamara Griffith at tamara-griffith@uiowa.edu
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Hours:
Monday 8:00am - 10:00am
Tuesday 8:00am - 10:00am
Wednesday 8:00am - 1:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 10:00am
Friday 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Or by appointment
Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Dietitian II
- Appointment Type: SEIU
- Schedule: Full-time
- Pay Level: 07
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Tamara Griffith
- Contact Email: tamara-griffith@uiowa.edu
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