Bariatric Registered Dietitian (PRN/ Intermittent *(Colorado Residents Only)*

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Department

* Pay range for this PRN/ Intermittent role: $30.43 - $44.13

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, performs in-patient nutrition assessment, re-assessment, menu management and education while working directly with patients. Implements Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to optimize patient care and outcomes. As a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, actively participates in patient care rounds. Assists Chief Clinical Dietitian with PI/CQI activities to ensure quality patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Provides outpatient education in Bariatric Nutrition Clinic (covering clinic for others on PTO and covering overflow clinics as needed) to prepare patients for bariatric surgery (dietary guidelines, stages of post-op diet, dietary supplements, etc). 20%
• Provides education with respect to the patient/family's education level, optimal learningtool(s)/techniques(s)and readiness to learn. 20%
• Provides patient education according to established policy. 10%
• Performs individual and group nutrition education according to established standards of care. 10%
• Attends post-op interdisciplinary team clinic to provide support to patients who are one-week or one-month post-op. 5%
• Prioritizes workload appropriately. 5%
• Assists patients with menu planning and meeting appropriate caloric needs communicates effectively with patients, visitors, peers, medical staff and other employees. 5%
• Effectively obtains patient information and handles patient/customer requests and complaints. 5%
• Effectively uses computersoftware/programs/electronicmedical record to perform clinical activities. 5%
• Accurately inputs clinical activity data into computer tracking program. 5%
• Maintains ongoing professional education through participation in meetings, seminars, in-services and literature review to enhance nutrition knowledge, and professional development and practice. 5%
• Functions as a team player in the department knowing when to ask for assistance as needed and being able to assist when required. 5%

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years related experience in clinical or public health nutrition required

Licenses:

• DIETICIAN-Registered Dietitian Certification - CDR - Commission on Dietetic Registration required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effective communication skills in both oral and written form.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate responsibility as appropriate.
• Ability to exercise good independent judgment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Process the ability to assess data reflecting the patient's status and interpreting appropriate information.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disease specific and age specific nutrition standards of care.
• Demonstrates understanding of Local, State, Federal and The Joint Commission standards and regulations.
• Demonstrates competency with computer system for order entry and to update diet and patient information.
• Demonstrates understanding of how to use most current version of on-line Nutrition Care Manual.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and other IT/software systems.

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Community resource navigation support

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.