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Dietitian - Providence Anchorage

Providence, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507

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Overview

Assessment of medical nutrition therapy needs based upon the patient's medical diagnosis, laboratory values, anthropometric measures, medications, age-specific requirements, and other co-morbidity factors identified by the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or other members of the health care team. Development, implementation, and management of an individualized, interdisciplinary team plan of care designed to achieve maximum nutrition support. Responsibilities

Assessment of medical nutrition therapy needs based upon the patient's medical diagnosis, laboratory values, anthropometric measures, medications, age-specific requirements, and other co-morbidity factors identified by the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist or other members of the health care team. Development, implementation, and management of an individualized, interdisciplinary team plan of care designed to achieve maximum nutrition support. Counseling and education of patient/family in the application of medical nutrition therapy principles when appropriate. Make appropriate referrals to other members of the health care team to optimize outpatient care and follow-up. Function as an advocate for nutrition care for the acutely ill hospitalized patient; a consultant to medical staff; and a nutrition consultant in the community when contracted or requested across the continuum of care. Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Food and Nutrition or related field. Successful completion of a dietetic internship program. Continuing education in accordance with policies determined by the Commission for Dietetic Registration for maintenance of registered status. Within 6 months of hire: Alaska Dietitian License or Alaska Nutritionist License. Upon hire: National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration. Preferred Qualifications

1 year Clinical Experience. Benefits

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. Equal Opportunity

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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