Registered Dietian NIH ComPASS Program Coordinator

Bethel, Alaska

The vision: Through Native Self-Determination and Culturally Relevant Health Systems, we strive to be the healthiest people.

At the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC) we administer a comprehensive healthcare system throughout 58 rural communities with a mission of Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health.

YKHC serves 58 federally-recognized Tribes and operates 41 Village Clinics. Our five larger communities are served by five Sub-Regional Clinics. All communities in our service area are served by the 55 bed regional hospital in Bethel.

For more information about our hospital or the region please visit
Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation – We Strive to be the Healthiest People (www.ykhc.org)

Position Summary:

Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Completion of a bachelor's degree through an accredited university using course work approved by an accreditation council through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Master's degree preferred.

Minimum Experience: New graduates (with relevant license-see below) accepted. Two (2) years experience in a clinical health setting preferred. Demonstrated experience collaborating with a variety of disciplines for project completion. Background in Diabetes Education and supplemental nutrition support programs preferred.

License, Certification, Registration: Valid Alaska RDN license required. Preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Equipment/Tools: Work in a typical office, hospital, and village clinic setting. Comprehensive knowledge of PC computers. Ability to operate diabetes care medical equipment such as glucometer, ht./weight scale, etc. Requires travel to villages via small plane/sub-arctic conditions, moderate lifting of equipment, occasional long working hours.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Strong knowledge base in the field of diabetes, cardiovasular disease and public helath. Cross cultural communication skills essential. Bi-lingual (Yupik/English) preferred.

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center

Additional Information:

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)