Loma Linda University Health
Dietitian Specialist 1* (MC)
Loma Linda University Health, Loma Linda, California, United States, 92354
Job Summary
The Registered Dietitian Specialist 1 is responsible for completing inpatient and/or outpatient nutritional assessments and reassessments according to scheduled timeframes and implementing appropriate interventions to improve the nutritional outcome of patients. Is responsible for providing nutrition education to patients and family members, mentoring dietetic technicians, and acting as a clinical preceptor to dietetic students and/or other health care team members. May be assigned duties in the inpatient and/or clinic setting.
Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Nutrition-related field required.
Knowledge and Skills
Entry‑level knowledge of clinical nutrition in area of specialty.
Strong communication skills in English (and Spanish preferred): reading, writing legibly, speaking professionally.
Proficiency with computer and relevant software, troubleshooting and calibrating patient care equipment.
Positive, professional interpersonal skills: assertive, calm under pressure, lead, supervise, teach, collaborate, and follow policies.
Critical thinking, independent work, basic math, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, color and smell perception, visual acuity, and temperature sensitivity as needed.
Licensures and Certifications Certification from Commission on Dietetic registration (RD or RDN) required.
Our Mission Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork, and wholeness.
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Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree or Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Nutrition-related field required.
Knowledge and Skills
Entry‑level knowledge of clinical nutrition in area of specialty.
Strong communication skills in English (and Spanish preferred): reading, writing legibly, speaking professionally.
Proficiency with computer and relevant software, troubleshooting and calibrating patient care equipment.
Positive, professional interpersonal skills: assertive, calm under pressure, lead, supervise, teach, collaborate, and follow policies.
Critical thinking, independent work, basic math, attention to detail, multi‑tasking, color and smell perception, visual acuity, and temperature sensitivity as needed.
Licensures and Certifications Certification from Commission on Dietetic registration (RD or RDN) required.
Our Mission Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork, and wholeness.
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