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The University of Miami UHealth System is currently seeking a Sr. Clinical Dietitian to work at Sylvester Cancer Center (SCCC) in Miami. The incumbent provides nutrition services and medical nutrition therapy to patients in order to further their medical and personal goals. This position also provides leadership and oversight to less experienced staff and acts as a resource of knowledge regarding patient nutrition.



CORE JOB FUNCTIONS



1. Meets directly with patients to identify nutritional needs.
2. Identifies ways to improve the care of patients and makes recommendations to appropriate staff.
3. Performs research and recommends ways to expand and improve nutrition programs.
4. Evaluates the effects of meal plans and revises the plans when appropriate.
5. Plans menus and inspects food to ensure portions adhere to set restrictions and dietary standards.
6. Assesses patients' nutritional status and develops individualized nutritional plans.
7. Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
8. Assists in managing family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patients' care.
9. Triages patients to determine the urgency of physician evaluation. Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely fashion.
10. Collaborates with the development of educational materials.
11. Identifies and accounts for specific ethnic, cultural, and religious needs.
12. Responds to, resolves, and follows up regarding patient inquiries or concerns.
13. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University ass



This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.




CORE QUALIFICATIONS




Education:



Bachelor's degree in relevant field required



Certification and Licensing:



Certification in relevant specialty or field required



Experience:


Minimum 3 years of relevant experience


The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.


UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.


Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.


The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.



Job Status:

Full time



Employee Type:

Staff



Pay Grade:

H9