Outpatient Pediatric Dietitian Supervisor
University of California- Davis Health, Sacramento, CA, United States
Job Summary
The Nutrition and Dietary Services Health Care Supervisor 2 plans, coordinates, schedules, and supervises the work of clinical dietitians (career and per diem) covering inpatient and/or outpatient areas, adults and/or pediatrics as assigned. The role reports directly to the Nutrition and Dietary Manager HC (Clinical Nutrition Manager) and is responsible for staff supervision, including orientation, training, evaluation, and mentorship of dietitians and other staff. The supervisor also provides specialized medical nutrition therapy for patients with complex medical conditions, serves as an internship preceptor and class instructor, and participates in the clinical nutrition leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Nutrition care, education, and coordination of nutrition services (50%)
Supervision of clinical dietitian staff (30%)
Administrative duties of nutrition programs (15%)
Maintain current professional practice (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration
Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD / RDN) registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration; California Children's Services (CCS) Dietitian Paneling (or eligible to obtain within one year) if assigned to pediatrics or CCS Specialty Care Center(s)
Bachelor's degree in a related area from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent
Experience teaching and supervising dietetic interns or other students
Experience supervising/managing other professionals and/or demonstrated leadership skill
Experience solving complex problems and making decisions through critical thinking processes
Experience working collaboratively with others
Experience working productively with people who have both similar and different backgrounds
Experience working on continuous quality improvement and/or performance improvement projects
Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills, accomplishing work that meets expected quality standards without direct daily supervision
Minimum of 5 years work experience in the area of specialty
Effective teaching skills as preceptor for clinical experience and teaching group classes for interns, health care professionals, and the public
Demonstrates motivational skills to inspire team/others to improve the organization
Strong academic background and applied background in clinical nutrition
Knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy principles, including enteral and parenteral nutrition support
Demonstrates good judgment and makes decisions considering all key factors
Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills with direct reports, peers, supervisors, patients/families, multidisciplinary team members, and dietetic interns
Is empathetic and aware of impact on others
Demonstrates initiative and innovation; manages multiple priorities
Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet software, and email/calendaring software
Preferred Qualifications
Specialty certification in area of expertise
Advanced degree (Master's) in nutrition, public health, or management
Experience using computerized patient applications (e.g., Epic, Computrition) used at UC Davis Health
Knowledge of relevant industry, federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Salary and Benefits
Monthly salary range: $7,891.67 – $14,775.00 (Grade 24)
Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, and other eligible programs per UC Davis Health policies
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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The Nutrition and Dietary Services Health Care Supervisor 2 plans, coordinates, schedules, and supervises the work of clinical dietitians (career and per diem) covering inpatient and/or outpatient areas, adults and/or pediatrics as assigned. The role reports directly to the Nutrition and Dietary Manager HC (Clinical Nutrition Manager) and is responsible for staff supervision, including orientation, training, evaluation, and mentorship of dietitians and other staff. The supervisor also provides specialized medical nutrition therapy for patients with complex medical conditions, serves as an internship preceptor and class instructor, and participates in the clinical nutrition leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
Nutrition care, education, and coordination of nutrition services (50%)
Supervision of clinical dietitian staff (30%)
Administrative duties of nutrition programs (15%)
Maintain current professional practice (5%)
Minimum Qualifications
Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration
Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD / RDN) registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' Commission on Dietetic Registration; California Children's Services (CCS) Dietitian Paneling (or eligible to obtain within one year) if assigned to pediatrics or CCS Specialty Care Center(s)
Bachelor's degree in a related area from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent
Experience teaching and supervising dietetic interns or other students
Experience supervising/managing other professionals and/or demonstrated leadership skill
Experience solving complex problems and making decisions through critical thinking processes
Experience working collaboratively with others
Experience working productively with people who have both similar and different backgrounds
Experience working on continuous quality improvement and/or performance improvement projects
Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills, accomplishing work that meets expected quality standards without direct daily supervision
Minimum of 5 years work experience in the area of specialty
Effective teaching skills as preceptor for clinical experience and teaching group classes for interns, health care professionals, and the public
Demonstrates motivational skills to inspire team/others to improve the organization
Strong academic background and applied background in clinical nutrition
Knowledge and application of medical nutrition therapy principles, including enteral and parenteral nutrition support
Demonstrates good judgment and makes decisions considering all key factors
Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills with direct reports, peers, supervisors, patients/families, multidisciplinary team members, and dietetic interns
Is empathetic and aware of impact on others
Demonstrates initiative and innovation; manages multiple priorities
Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet software, and email/calendaring software
Preferred Qualifications
Specialty certification in area of expertise
Advanced degree (Master's) in nutrition, public health, or management
Experience using computerized patient applications (e.g., Epic, Computrition) used at UC Davis Health
Knowledge of relevant industry, federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Salary and Benefits
Monthly salary range: $7,891.67 – $14,775.00 (Grade 24)
Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, and other eligible programs per UC Davis Health policies
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
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