Clinical Dietitian - DHA license - Immediate hiring

We are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Dietitian to join our dedicated team at GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center. As a Dietitian specializing in diabetes care you will play a vital role in providing nutritional guidance and support to our patients helping them manage their condition through effective diet and lifestyle changes.

You will have an opportunity to work in a specialized diabetes center with a focus on improving patients lives through effective nutrition management.

You will enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Counseling:

• Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments for patients with diabetes considering their medical history lifestyle and dietary habits.
• Develop personalized nutrition plans tailored to each patients specific needs goals and preferences.
• Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to educate patients on diabetes management healthy eating habits portion control and carbohydrate counting.

Nutritional Education and Support:

• Conduct group education sessions and workshops on topics such as meal planning blood sugar control and weight management.
• Create educational materials including brochures handouts and online resources to support patient education and self-management.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals including endocrinologists nurses and diabetes educators to provide comprehensive care to patients.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Monitor patients progress and adjust nutrition plans as needed to achieve desired health outcomes.
• Track and document patients nutritional intake weight blood sugar levels and other relevant health indicators.
• Provide ongoing support and motivation to help patients adhere to their nutrition plans and make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Research and Best Practices:

• Stay current with the latest research and advancements in diabetes nutrition and care.
• Implement evidence-based practices and guidelines in all nutritional counseling and education activities.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and skills.

Community Outreach:

• Participate in community outreach programs to promote diabetes awareness and prevention.
• Conduct presentations and seminars for community groups schools and organizations to educate the public on diabetes management and healthy eating.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Nutrition Dietetics or a related field (required).
• Masters degree in Nutrition or related field (preferred).

Certification and Licensure:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential (required).
• Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) in the state of insert state (if applicable).
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) (preferred).

Experience:

• Experience in clinical nutrition preferably with a focus on diabetes care.
• Experience in patient counseling group education and creating individualized nutrition plans.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of diabetes management and nutrition therapy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively educate and motivate patients.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple patients and tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) and nutrition software.

Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate and empathetic with a patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.