Dietitian

Job Summary

Provides clinical expertise and care related to nutritional support in an outpatient setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs for patients concerning nutrition.
• Offers general health management for nutrition patients and groups. Distributes education literature to patients.
• Responsible for community programming and education.
• Oversees the weight management program for adults.
• Coordinates and helps to facilitate children's weight management program.
• Conducts presentations to groups of all sizes regarding nutrition education/cooking classes.
• Provides education and training for patients and healthcare providers on the theories, principles, and practices of specialized nutritional support.
• Participates in and generates research and outcomes studies relating to specialized nutritional support.
• Represents Healthpark in community as nutrition expert.
• Writes articles for local newspapers, speaks to groups, and regularly speaks with media on topics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Food Service Management required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Nutrition required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• No experience required
• Dietitian - Licensed Dietitian in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Sitting: Frequently
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Never
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never
• Climbing: Rarely
• Bending/Stooping: Rarely
• Kneeling: Rarely
• Crouching/Crawling: Rarely
• Reaching: Occasionally
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Occasionally
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Never
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.