Staff Dietitian-Non-Exempt (HS)
 Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center | |
 United States, Ohio, Columbus | |
| 281 West Lane Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Jan 22, 2025 | |
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Job DescriptionScope of PositionClinical Nutrition in the ambulatory setting provides nutritional assessment, counseling and education to OSUWMC patients and their family, staff, students and participate in and support OSUWMC community health and wellness initiatives. Nutritional care in the ambulatory setting is individualized and based on the nutritional requirements of the patient and/or specific to the clinic in which they work.Position SummaryOutpatient Staff Dietitians are responsible for providing nutritional care to patients that may include nutrition assessment and care plan development and ongoing nutrition counseling and diet education according to department and medical center policies and procedures. Outpatient Staff Dietitians organize their work and set priorities to plan programs to meet the nutrition and customer service needs of the patient population they serve. They work collaboratively with clinic staff to identify nutrition priorities, develop outreach activities and complete nutrition program planning within the clinics they serve.Minimum Education RequiredBachelor's Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired QualificationsRegistered and licensed (state of Ohio) dietitian. Previous work experience as a dietitian is required. Specialty certification in area of practice where available preferred.
This position is responsible for nutritional evaluation, documentation, and patient/family education for outpatient cardiac and pulmonary clients. Establishes a treatment plan based on evaluation results, goals and best practice. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, patients and patient's support system. Assesses and re-assesses need for modifications to plan of care and goals. | |