Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Regularly assumes responsibility for more complex patients. Demonstrates advanced practice competency.

• Participates in peer mentoring activities.

• Demonstrates expert advanced knowledge in all work areas.

• Participates in development and evaluation of patient education materials.

• Educates FNS Staff by conducting one or more education activities per year; this may include supervision of educational activities conducted by dietetic interns.

• Serves on FNS and EHC committees.

• Coordinates distribution of workload with clinical staff. Completes performance improvement and/or quality improvement activity annually.

• May serve as mentor to Clinical Dietitian I or II.

• Development and revision of internship curriculum.

• Serves on the Dietetic Internship Selection Committee per Internship Director.

• Coordinates team activities to implement process improvement solutions.

• Develops and implements orientation for new clinical dietitian employees.

• Coordinates an educational seminar for dietitians or professional staff, or contribute an article or newsletter to educate professional staff.

• Develops and implements system wide nutrition related events.

• Actively participates in a related professional organization. Attends Quality Academy, completes project, and obtains certificate.

• Provides evidence of ability to demonstrate application of at least one new skill learned or approach to work annually.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three or more years of experience as a clinical dietitian, with at least 2 years experience in an acute care setting.

• Master's Degree or Specialty certification (Board Certified Specialist Gerontological Nutrition, Board Certified Specialist Renal Nutrition, Board Certified Specialist Oncology Nutrition, Board Certified Specialist Obesity and Weight Management, Certified Diabetes Educator, Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, Advanced Practice Certification in Clinical Nutrition).PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Clinical Dietitian III, Salary: $27.45- $46.28/hour, The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of each level, relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials.

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Division Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown

Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30308

Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta

Department EHM Clinical Nutrition

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Job Number 124850

Job Category Food Services & Dietetics

Schedule 8a-4:30p

Standard Hours 40 Hours

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