Registered Dietitian (Part Time) - Various Clinic Locations

This position is responsible for providing nutrition management services in an outpatient and inpatient setting. The position will work as part of a care team at UNLV Health, working with faculty, residents, and students.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH

• C linic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM!(Actual hours may vary depending on business need)
• 12 Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment!
• 20 PTO days per year! (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date!
• Pay may be higher than stated range, based on experience.
• And more!
  
  

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics or related field required
• Completion of dietetic internship and trainee program or equivalent required
• Certified Nutritionist Specialist Certification preferred
  
  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts assessments, plans and implements diet recommendations to children with special health care needs
• Selects the appropriate feeding modality for the patient and accurately calculates nutritional needs. Changes to the nutrition plan of care are made according to findings in a timely fashion
• Provides Nutrition consultation in the assigned interdisciplinary specialty clinics
• Assumes a proactive role with patient/family education and patient/family satisfaction in the practice setting
• Assumes personal accountability to enhance the patient experience by using high quality, patient satisfaction-directed interactions/tools/activities in the execution of duties
• Always interacts with patients and families in a compassionate and respectful manner, at all times
• Documents nutrition care plans and recommendations and ensures timely availability of information for inclusion in the interdisciplinary care plan
• Participates in training of staff, students, and residents; and as requested by Department Manager, mentors, and provides education on areas of expertise
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods
• May include performing repetitive tasks
• May include working with challenging patients and clients
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds
  
  

UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

If you have any questions about our interview and hiring procedures, please contact Recruitment at healthjobs@medicine.unlv.edu